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Provision of Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Scientific Advisory Services, HAZMAT / Detection, Identification and Monitoring (DIM) Training

Scottish Fire and Rescue Service

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

10 Jul 2026 at 01:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

16 Feb 2026 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has successfully concluded the procurement process for the "Provision of Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Scientific Advisory Services, HAZMAT / Detection, Identification and Monitoring (DIM) Training" contract. This initiative, conducted via an open procedure, encompasses several lots, including Scientific Advisory Response and Reach-Back Services, HAZMAT Training, and DIM Training. Located within the UKM region, the procurement falls under the public order and safety category. The procurement process, which initiated as a tender in February 2026, culminated in the awarding of contracts on 10th July 2026. The SFRS functioned as the central purchasing body, with the intended contracts aiding operational resilience across Scotland by ensuring access to expert advice and accredited training in hazardous materials management.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for firms specialising in hazardous materials and safety training to expand their business portfolios. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) like Tactical Hazmat Ltd. and Glasgow Scientific Services have successfully secured contracts in this process. Businesses with expertise in scientific advisory services, training programme development, and tools for detection, identification, and monitoring of hazardous substances are particularly well-positioned to benefit from such opportunities. The need for nationally accredited standards and the ongoing updates to training content signify a continued demand for high-quality service providers, supporting sustainable business growth within the public safety and emergency response sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Scientific Advisory Services, HAZMAT / Detection, Identification and Monitoring (DIM) Training

Notice Description

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced service providers to deliver a multi-lot contract covering: (1) the provision of 24/7 Scientific Advisory Response and Reach-Back services to support operational HAZMAT and DIM incidents across Scotland; (2) the delivery of accredited HAZMAT training at Acquisition and Refresher levels; and (3) the delivery of Detection, Identification and Monitoring (DIM) Full Accreditation and Refresher training for specialist SFRS personnel. The contract will support national operational resilience, ensure timely access to specialist scientific advice, and maintain the professional competence of HAZMAT and DIM Officers through structured, accredited training programmes.

Lot Information

Scientific Advisory Response and Reach Back Services

Lot 1 covers the provision of a 24-hours-a-day, 365-days-a-year Scientific Advisory Response and Reach-Back capability to support the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) during hazardous materials (HAZMAT) and Detection, Identification and Monitoring (DIM) related incidents across Scotland. The appointed Service Provider will supply suitably qualified Scientific Advisors who can deliver timely on-site scientific support within defined maximum response times, as well as remote Reach-Back assistance for operational personnel managing HAZMAT or DIM events. Services include incident risk assessment, interpretation of chemical, radiological and environmental information, technical advice on containment, decontamination, PPE, hazard zones, and the use of SFRS-provided analytical and monitoring equipment. The Supplier will also be responsible for maintaining operational readiness, ensuring all advisors remain competent in the use of specialist SFRS equipment, and providing all required incident reports, data returns and performance information. The service must operate consistently under both emergency and spate conditions, with sufficient resilience to meet concurrent demand across all regions of Scotland.

Renewal: The Contract shall be awarded for an initial period of three (3) years), with the option for the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service to extend for up to two (2) additional periods of twelve (12) months each). The maximum potential contract duration shall therefore be five (5) years).

HAZMAT Training

Lot 2 covers the delivery of accredited Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) training for Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) personnel at both Acquisition and Refresher levels. The appointed Service Provider will design, deliver and maintain high-quality training programmes that develop and sustain the operational competence of SFRS HAZMAT Officers. Training must combine theoretical instruction with practical learning, incorporating the use of specialist equipment, nationally recognised guidance and safe systems of work relevant to HAZMAT incident response. The Provider will be responsible for ensuring all trainers are suitably qualified, maintain up-to-date technical knowledge and are capable of delivering training to nationally accredited standards. The service includes the provision of all required course materials, assessment processes, student records, and reporting to SFRS. Training may be delivered at SFRS training facilities across Scotland or, where required, at the Provider's own suitably equipped facilities. The Provider must also support ongoing updates to course content to reflect emerging risks, new equipment, changes in legislation or operational best practice.

Renewal: The Contract shall be awarded for an initial period of three (3) years), with the option for the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service to extend for up to two (2) additional periods of twelve (12) months each). The maximum potential contract duration shall therefore be five (5) years).

DIM Training

Lot 3 covers the delivery of specialist Detection, Identification and Monitoring (DIM) training for Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) personnel, including both Full Accreditation and Refresher level programmes. The appointed Service Provider will develop and deliver high-quality training that equips DIM Advisors with the technical skills required to safely and effectively operate SFRS DIM equipment and to interpret scientific information during HAZMAT and CBRN-related incidents. Training must combine theoretical instruction with practical exercises using relevant monitoring and analytical equipment, ensuring learners can support incident commanders through accurate detection, sampling, analysis and hazard assessment. The Provider must ensure that all trainers are appropriately qualified, maintain current technical knowledge, and deliver training in line with national guidance, best practice and SFRS operational requirements. The service includes the provision of all course materials, assessment and accreditation processes, training records, and reporting to SFRS. Providers must also update training content and delivery methods to incorporate new DIM equipment entering service during the contract period, ensuring alignment with SFRS policies, procedures and safe systems of work.

Renewal: The Contract shall be awarded for an initial period of three (3) years), with the option for the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service to extend for up to two (2) additional periods of twelve (12) months each). The maximum potential contract duration shall therefore be five (5) years).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823530
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559882
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

80 - Education and training services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

71317000 - Hazard protection and control consultancy services

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

71900000 - Laboratory services

75251110 - Fire-prevention services

80511000 - Staff training services

80531200 - Technical training services

80550000 - Safety training services

80560000 - Health and first-aid training services

90700000 - Environmental services

90711100 - Risk or hazard assessment other than for construction

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,364,392 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBUSLANG
Postcode
G72 7NA
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Cambuslang East
Westminster Constituency
Rutherglen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

Glasgow Scientific Services

Tactical Hazmat Ltd.

Further Information

Notice Documents

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