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title: "Competent Person in the Workplace Scheme - Early Engagement & Scoping"
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# Competent Person in the Workplace Scheme - Early Engagement & Scoping

Buyer: THE METROPOLITAN POLICE FEDERATION  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2225cfd1-fe2d-4c8f-a1ba-70418618571e

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## Summary

The Metropolitan Police Federation is planning a procurement process for the "Competent Person in the Workplace Scheme - Early Engagement & Scoping" project. The scheme aims to award a Level 3 qualification to individuals for counter-terrorism threat mitigation, aligning with recommendations from the Manchester Arena Inquiry. The procurement stage is currently at the planning phase, with an engagement end date set for January 9, 2023. The project falls under the industry categories of research and development consultancy services, design and execution of research and development, security and defence materials, and other related services.

This procurement opportunity offers a chance for businesses involved in consultancy, training, security, and education services to participate. Companies with expertise in counter-terrorism, security training, crisis management, and vocational education may find this tender particularly suited for their capabilities. The project requires a competent organisation to provide accredited training aligned with Ofqual standards. Businesses with a focus on talent development and security-related services are encouraged to explore this opportunity for potential business growth and collaboration.

## Notice

As part of the Competent Persons Scheme (CPS), the Competent Person in the Workplace (CPIW) qualification will award successful students who complete the course and assessments with a Level 3 qualification stating that they have been educated and informed on the subject of counter-terrorism threat mitigation in order to meet the recommendations of the Manchester Arena Inquiry (MAI) and the Publicly Accessible Locations (PALs) programme. Following a change in the threat landscape and a need to adopt a lessons-learnt approach from previous attacks and inquests, a multi-layered, lily pad delivery framework was created as part of government's new approach to protecting publicly accessible locations (PALs). This 'PALS Programme' seeks to pilot new approaches to engage with Sites, Groups, Zones and Sectors. The CPS forms a pivotal part of the Sites aspect by seeking to upskill and professionalise those working to provide counter terrorism protective security advice and guidance. Following initial exploration and engagement with Ofqual and Homeland Security Group (HSG), the PALs' future operating model (FOM) envisages National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO) working alongside an Ofqual-recognised awarding body to create an accredited course that adheres to the standards set by Ofqual. The qualification would be internationally recognised and would be delivered by a series of approved private sector training providers who have met Ofqual's requirements and, as such, are quality assured by Ofqual-implemented mechanisms as part of their accreditation as an awarding body. This model enables several approved training providers to deliver the course simultaneously, thereby assisting in managing potential demand. The use of Ofqual-approved training providers will also provide an element of quality assurance of the suitability of course trainers. Further information can be found in the high level SoR document attached to this notice. There is also a document to register your interest in this opportunity, either as a training provider or as a recipient of the training. Additional information: If this is an opportunity of interest to you and you are an Ofqual accredited awarding body, please get in touch via the email address listed on the attachments.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54863d95-bf20-445b-84b3-e21757df2f53 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Nov 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 9 Jan 2023 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE METROPOLITAN POLICE FEDERATION |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW6 6LT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI72 Brent |
| Local authority | Brent |
| Electoral ward | Queens Park |
| Westminster constituency | Queen's Park and Maida Vale |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development
- 73400000 - Research and Development services on security and defence materials
- 75222000 - Civil defence services
- 75241000 - Public security services
- 75242000 - Public law and order services
- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services
- 79420000 - Management-related services
- 79430000 - Crisis management services
- 79710000 - Security services
- 80330000 - Safety education services
- 80340000 - Special education services
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
- 80510000 - Specialist training services
- 80520000 - Training facilities
- 80530000 - Vocational training services
- 80540000 - Environmental training services
- 80550000 - Safety training services
- 80570000 - Personal development training services
- 80610000 - Training and simulation in security equipment

## Release History

- 30 Nov 2022 at 16:58 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54863d95-bf20-445b-84b3-e21757df2f53

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54863d95-bf20-445b-84b3-e21757df2f53
  30th November 2022 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0815f284-61ca-4020-af17-0189fe9d0328
  Drafted Statement of Requirements for training delivery partners looking to deliver the course to students.
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2eaef137-034f-4452-98c5-3385ce1698ed
  Response document.

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