This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

11 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Tender

25 Sep 2025 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

North Ayrshire Council, in collaboration with East Ayrshire Council and South Ayrshire Council, has completed the procurement process for the provision of first aid training services. The contract is set for a term of three years with an option to extend by 24 months. The procedure adopted was open, providing an opportunity for businesses to offer their services through an electronic submission system. With a total contract value of £226,390, the awarded contract was signed on 10 February 2026, marking the completion stage of this public procurement process. Training sessions will be held in Ayrshire, aligning with the General public services industry category under CPV classification 80560000.

This procurement creates significant opportunities for certified training organisations specializing in first aid. Businesses that offer a flexible combination of face-to-face and virtual learning solutions are particularly well-suited for this tender due to the need for blended learning approaches. The successful supplier, First Stop Safety Training LTD, exemplifies the competitive edge sought in providing effective and adaptable training models, which can substantially contribute to business growth within the training sector. Moreover, with a focus on both quality and price criteria, this contract offers SMEs the potential for substantial engagement, enhancing their presence and capabilities in the regional market.

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Notice Title

Provision of First Aid Training to North, East & South Ayrshire Councils

Notice Description

North Ayrshire Council, East Ayrshire Council and South Ayrshire Council (the collaborative partners) require the provision of first aid training from a suitably experienced and certified training organisation. Attendees at the first aid training sessions may consist of any combination of staff from the collaborative partners.

Lot Information

Lot 1

North Ayrshire Council, East Ayrshire Council and South Ayrshire Council (the collaborative partners) require the provision of first aid training from a suitably experienced and certified training organisation. Attendees at the first aid training sessions may consist of any combination of staff from the collaborative partners. The service provider shall provide the following courses: - First Aid at Work (FAW) - First Aid at Work Update - Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) - First Aid for Children (Paediatric First Aid) South Ayrshire Council also have a requirement for Activity First Aid however, as this is not required by all Councils, this has been included as an optional rather than a mandatory requirement. As this is an optional service this will not be included in the commercial evaluation. Face-to-face training courses will be delivered locally in each of the 3 Council areas. The service provider must be capable of providing a blended approach to learning and assessment, with virtual learning available for theory and face to face training for practical and assessment elements. The service provider must be capable of delivering this via Microsoft Teams, Skype for Business or any other Council approved platform. The conditions of contract will be NAC Terms and Conditions 2 (NAC TC2) Conditions of Contract for the Purchase of Services & NAC Exit Terms and Conditions. The contract term will be 3 years plus an option to extend by 24 months. The regulations that apply to this contract are The Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015,

Renewal: Contract to be renewed upon completion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000809682
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549325
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80560000 - Health and first-aid training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£305,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£226,390 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Further noticed to be published after expiry of this tender.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
North Ayrshire Council
Additional Buyers

East Ayrshire Council

South Ayrshire Council

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
AYR
Postcode
KA12 8EE
Postcode Area
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire, TLM94 South Ayrshire

Local Authority
North Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Irvine South
Westminster Constituency
Central Ayrshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

First Stop Safety Training LTD

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540052
    Provision of First Aid Training to North, East & South Ayrshire Councils - North Ayrshire Council, East Ayrshire Council and South Ayrshire Council (the collaborative partners) require the provision of first aid training from a suitably experienced and certified training organisation. Attendees at the first aid training sessions may consist of any combination of staff from the collaborative partners.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549325
    Provision of First Aid Training to North, East & South Ayrshire Councils - North Ayrshire Council, East Ayrshire Council and South Ayrshire Council (the collaborative partners) require the provision of first aid training from a suitably experienced and certified training organisation. Attendees at the first aid training sessions may consist of any combination of staff from the collaborative partners.

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