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title: "Explosives Detection Dogs (EDD) Training Aids Framework"
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# Explosives Detection Dogs (EDD) Training Aids Framework

Buyer: HOME OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ec0ada4b-e52a-4b2b-8412-25131e9fe348

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## Summary

The Home Office has completed the award stage of a significant procurement process titled "Explosives Detection Dogs (EDD) Training Aids Framework." This procurement, conducted under an open procedure, focuses on the supply of training aids for explosives detection dogs, a critical component within the security, fire-fighting, police, and defence equipment industry, classified under CPV code 35000000. With a total value of £8,200,000, the contract runs from 23rd March 2026 to 22nd March 2030, covering delivery to locations across the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and globally. The contract was awarded on 23rd March 2026, and the tender stage had concluded by 14th August 2025. The framework agreement appoints Thor Industries Ltd and QinetiQ Limited as suppliers, offering comprehensive services including manufacture, delivery, collection, disposal, and advisory support of the training aids.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities, especially for businesses that can offer advanced manufacturing and support services aligned with the procurement requirements for explosive detection dog training. SMEs, in particular, may find this contract advantageous due to the emphasis on commercially prepared explosives with strict contamination control procedures. Companies involved in defence technology and safety equipment will benefit from engaging in this contract, thereby expanding their portfolios within security and defence sectors. Furthermore, the open procurement method ensures that a competitive selection process was utilised, making it accessible for varied enterprises capable of meeting the outlined standards and requirements.

## Notice

A framework contract between the Authority and the Suppliers (Thor and QinetiQ) for the supply of Explosives Detection Dogs (EDD) Training Aids and associated services, including: - The manufacture of EDD Training Aids containing commercially available explosives classified at 1.1D hazard class or lower, prepared in accordance with strict contamination control procedures. - Delivery and Collection of EDD Training Aids - Disposal and Destruction of EDD Training Aids - Support, Testing, and Advisory Services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6c842fe-58fc-403b-aa5b-428b6d375245 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Mar 2026 - 22 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £8,200,000 |
| 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 | HOME OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | QINETIQ; THOR INDUSTRIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

## Release History

- 13 May 2026 at 14:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6c842fe-58fc-403b-aa5b-428b6d375245

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6c842fe-58fc-403b-aa5b-428b6d375245
  13th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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