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title: "Level 3 Operational Firefighter Apprenticeships"
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# Level 3 Operational Firefighter Apprenticeships

Buyer: TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE (TWFRS)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-483e8bd9-d215-4468-85e6-0842b412e544

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## Summary

The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority has completed its procurement process for the "Level 3 Operational Firefighter Apprenticeships". This contract falls under the education and training services category and is located in the North East of England. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the contract is valued at £720,000, with a minimum value of £240,000. The contract spans a maximum term of 36 months, kicking off on 4th December 2019 and extending until 3rd December 2022. The tender period ended on 28th October 2019.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to expand in the public sector, particularly those specialising in vocational training and apprenticeship programmes. Businesses positioned as training providers or educational institutions that can deliver quality firefighter training will be well-suited to compete for such tenders. This procurement process may attract small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) keen on establishing partnerships with public organisations, thereby enhancing their portfolio and market presence.

## Notice

Tyne & Wear Fire and Rescue Authority (the "Authority") for the provision as Main Provider of the Level 3 Operational Firefighter Apprenticeship sub-contracting TWFRS for the delivery of operational training. Contract Term 12 months + 12 months + 12 months ( max term 36 months)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/839c3d4e-1bf9-4eb0-896a-e6a1ab6a42b8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Nov 2019 |
| Contract period | 4 Dec 2019 - 3 Dec 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £720,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £720,000 |
| 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 | TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE (TWFRS) |
| Locality | TYNE AND WEAR |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR5 3QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Washington North |
| Westminster constituency | Washington and Gateshead South |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NEW COLLEGE DURHAM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 8 Jan 2020 at 08:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/839c3d4e-1bf9-4eb0-896a-e6a1ab6a42b8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/839c3d4e-1bf9-4eb0-896a-e6a1ab6a42b8
  8th January 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=30489&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/31831
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.twfire.gov.uk

## Provenance

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