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title: "Driver Training Services - Large Goods Vehicle Initial Training"
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# Driver Training Services - Large Goods Vehicle Initial Training

Buyer: DORSET & WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1143c933-658e-4c75-8341-2a32aa9afb3b

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## Summary

The Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Authority is currently conducting a tender for Driver Training Services, specifically targeting Large Goods Vehicle Initial Training. This procurement falls under the training services category (CPV code: 80500000) and is located across the Swindon, Wiltshire, and Dorset areas. The tender, published on 31 August 2017, is open for bids until 5 October 2017, with the contract duration planned for three years beginning 7 November 2017, with an optional one-year extension. Bidders can compete for one or both of the two Lots provided in the scope of the contract.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for training providers, particularly those specialising in driver training services within the logistics and transport sectors. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they form a significant part of the competitive landscape. Companies equipped with experience in training for large goods vehicles and safety compliance would be particularly well-suited to compete effectively for this contract, thereby positioning themselves for growth while serving a critical need in public services.

## Notice

Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Authority require the provision of Driver Training Services for Large Goods Vehicle Initial Training to be delivered throughout the Swindon, Wiltshire and Dorset Areas. The contract will be divided into 2 Lots. Bidders are able to bid for more than one Lot. Further details are contained within the Invitation to Tender document. The contract is for a period of three years, with an option for the Authority to extend this for a further 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a5aaf47-54bc-44ed-a36e-7486b1db58d6 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 Nov 2017 - 6 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DORSET & WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP1 3NR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Salisbury St Francis & Stratford |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80500000 - Training services

## Release History

- 31 Aug 2017 at 21:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a5aaf47-54bc-44ed-a36e-7486b1db58d6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a5aaf47-54bc-44ed-a36e-7486b1db58d6
  31st August 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=21448&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/31617
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dwfire.org.uk

## Provenance

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