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title: "End Point Assessment Service for Operational Firefighter Level 3 - CPA/SPU/2650F - AWARD"
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# End Point Assessment Service for Operational Firefighter Level 3 - CPA/SPU/2650F - AWARD

Buyer: CHESHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7d11fa28-4281-4183-91fe-64b3a4911581

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## Summary

The Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service has concluded a procurement process for an End Point Assessment Service for Operational Firefighter Level 3, as part of the YPO 1086 Apprenticeships and Associated Training Framework. This procurement falls under the industry category of specialist training services and the award stage is now complete, with SFJ Awards Ltd being the awarded supplier. The contract, valued at £52,000, commences on 1st July 2025 and concludes on 30th June 2027. The training services will be delivered across various locations, including the United Kingdom and other territories. This contract aligns with the overarching goal of bolstering firefighter training and development. Key parties involved include Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service, located in Winsford, Cheshire, and SFJ Awards Ltd based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in training services, particularly those focusing on public safety and emergency services training. Given its scope for international delivery, companies capable of providing scalable and adaptable training solutions would find this procurement especially beneficial. Although not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, larger entities with a robust service delivery model are well-positioned to engage in similar contracts. Such opportunities facilitate growth by expanding geographical reach and establishing a foothold in government-led training initiatives.

## Notice

End Point Assessment Service for Operational Firefighter Level 3 under YPO 1086 Apprenticeships and Associated Training Framework

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/393ddb87-bb21-46e0-8ae1-7b1bf73f4432 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £52,000 |
| 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 | CHESHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE |
| Locality | CHESHIRE |
| Post town | Crewe |
| Postcode | CW7 2UA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Winsford Over & Verdin |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Cheshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SFJ AWARDS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80510000 - Specialist training services

## Release History

- 16 Oct 2025 at 14:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/393ddb87-bb21-46e0-8ae1-7b1bf73f4432

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/393ddb87-bb21-46e0-8ae1-7b1bf73f4432
  16th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cheshirefire.co.uk

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