--- title: "Level 7 Advanced Investigative Skills Training and Certification" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-15a3366c-487a-45bb-b6ad-e7d148f78bf6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-15a3366c-487a-45bb-b6ad-e7d148f78bf6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-15a3366c-487a-45bb-b6ad-e7d148f78bf6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-15a3366c-487a-45bb-b6ad-e7d148f78bf6.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY" published: "2021-03-04" --- # Level 7 Advanced Investigative Skills Training and Certification Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-15a3366c-487a-45bb-b6ad-e7d148f78bf6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-15a3366c-487a-45bb-b6ad-e7d148f78bf6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-15a3366c-487a-45bb-b6ad-e7d148f78bf6.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) seeking offers for the "Level 7 Advanced Investigative Skills Training and Certification." This project, categorised under specialist training services, targets the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service, specifically its Protection department, to train approximately 50-60 staff members. The tender period is set to close on 7 April 2021, with the contract expected to begin on 10 May 2021 and continue until 9 May 2022. The total contract value is estimated at £66,000, with a minimum value of £60,000, and is situated in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method is open, allowing any qualified provider to submit a bid. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced training programs, particularly those with expertise in investigative skills related to fire safety and engineering, legal evidence collection, and related fields. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender particularly advantageous, as they are explicitly encouraged to apply. Proficient training providers with experience catering to public sector organisations will be well-placed to compete effectively for this contract, thereby enhancing their market presence and potential for growth within the public sector arena. ## Notice Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is seeking offers from suitably qualified providers of Level 7 Advanced Investigative Skills training and certification which will be delivered to Staff in Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service's (GMFRS) Protection department. These staff have responsibility to conduct investigations, collect evidence, write evidence and give evidence in legal hearings. The staff in this directorate cover fire safety, fire engineering, fire investigation, petroleum / explosives and Operational Intelligence/Water and their investigations will link to these core functions in the department. GMFRS require approx. 50 - 60 learners to complete the level 7 training and gain their qualification between June 2021 and May 2022. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5b0fbf1-15fe-4b14-8918-91ff0c208332 | | 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 | 4 Mar 2021 | | Submission deadline | 7 Apr 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 9 May 2021 - 9 May 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £66,000 | | 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 | GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY | | Locality | SALFORD | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M27 8US | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West | | Local authority | Salford | | Electoral ward | Swinton Park | | Westminster constituency | Salford | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80510000 - Specialist training services ## Release History - 4 Mar 2021 at 09:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5b0fbf1-15fe-4b14-8918-91ff0c208332 - 4 Mar 2021 at 09:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/567c778a-4c10-4c7f-bbcf-8f5232f5ffc6 - 4 Mar 2021 at 09:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d87208af-e37b-45b8-895c-9e28bf7b9002 - 4 Mar 2021 at 09:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d6202a8-ca75-4d12-a90a-003225423caa ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5b0fbf1-15fe-4b14-8918-91ff0c208332 4th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/567c778a-4c10-4c7f-bbcf-8f5232f5ffc6 4th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d87208af-e37b-45b8-895c-9e28bf7b9002 4th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d6202a8-ca75-4d12-a90a-003225423caa 4th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.manchesterfire.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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