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# Explosives Detection Dogs (EDD) Training Aids

Buyer: DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-111f5cdb-baf8-4c3b-a19e-8a438edc0d3f

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## Summary

The procurement process for Explosives Detection Dogs (EDD) Training Aids has been successfully completed by DfTc - Department for Transport, with the award status marked as active. This process pertains to the industry category of security equipment and focused on acquiring materials essential for the testing and assurance of explosives detection capabilities. The contract was awarded on 27th July 2026, marking the commencement of the contract period, which runs until 31st August 2026. The procurement followed a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement under the C16829 EDD Training Aids Framework covering Lots 2-5. The total value of the contract is £40,572.88, and the scope includes delivering to the UK, British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and other global locations.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in providing security and training solutions, particularly those with experience in managing supply chains for controlled materials pertinent to national security. While this particular award was suited for large-scale entities like Qinetiq, similar future tenders could offer opportunities for SMEs and other organisations that specialise in niche security equipment and training aids. The contract not only ensures compliance and enhances EDD capabilities but also promotes partnerships with the Department for Transport, facilitating business growth for companies with the relevant expertise and operational capacity to deliver quality training aids in the security domain.

## Notice

This notice is to confirm the award of contract for Explosives Detection Dogs (EDD) training aids via the C16829 EDD Training Aids Framework - Lots 2-5. EDD training aids are controlled materials used to train, test and assure explosive detection dogs by exposing them to relevant explosive-related odours in a safe and consistent way. DfT are responsible for the assurance of these aids to help maintain effective detection capability for aviation and wider protective security. The EDD training kits provide approved training and testing materials that enable ongoing training, validation, assurance and certification activities, thereby providing evidence of continued operational effectiveness.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a59954b0-2251-4968-a078-6be475a9cce7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,572 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,572 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Vincent Square |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | QINETIQ |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35121000 - Security equipment

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2026 at 15:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a59954b0-2251-4968-a078-6be475a9cce7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a59954b0-2251-4968-a078-6be475a9cce7
  5th August 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/adb590c2-0e62-429f-88fb-986fe8e73324
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