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title: "Scientific Training Services"
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# Scientific Training Services

Buyer: MERSEYSIDE FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cc3a4db1-c794-4235-9743-daed210f71e9

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## Summary

The Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service has awarded a contract for Scientific Training Services with a total value of £231,723. The procurement method used was selective, calling off from a framework agreement. The contract period starts on 7th August 2023 and ends on 6th August 2024. The tender period ended on 28th February 2023. The services fall under the main procurement category of 'services' in the industry classification of Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment and Education and training services. The contract is suitable for SMEs.

This tender from the Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service offers opportunities for businesses providing Scientific Training Services to enhance the National Resilience Detection, Identification and Monitoring (DIM) capability. Companies with expertise in delivering DIM course material, acquisition learning, and maintenance of skills would be well-suited to compete. The contract values at £231,723, with potential for extension beyond the initial value of £112,860, presenting a growth opportunity for successful bidders.

## Notice

1.1 Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority (MFRA) invite bids for Scientific Support in which to assist the National Resilience Detection, Identification and Monitoring (DIM) capability. Due to the scientific nature of the DIM function the need for scientific support is a central underpinning requirement of the National Resilience CBRN(e) capability. The provision will require support and assistance in the delivery of DIM course material. Current course content includes acquisition learning and maintenance of skills. The Provider will assist the DIM Capability Team to achieve aims, objectives and learning outcomes (as detailed in Appendices 1, 2 & 3). The DIM courses will be achieved via a collaborative process in full consultation of the DIM Capability Team.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c84515b-1040-48c5-b525-37058a4470b4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Aug 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2023 |
| Contract period | 6 Aug 2023 - 6 Aug 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £231,723 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £231,723 |
| 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 | MERSEYSIDE FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE |
| Locality | BOOTLE |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L30 4YD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD73 Sefton |
| Local authority | Sefton |
| Electoral ward | Netherton and Orrell |
| Westminster constituency | Bootle |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BUREAU VERITAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 35110000 - Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment
- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 18 Aug 2023 at 12:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c84515b-1040-48c5-b525-37058a4470b4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c84515b-1040-48c5-b525-37058a4470b4
  18th August 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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