--- title: "Provision of a Third Party Certifier and Quality Assurer of Free Running Explosive Detection Dogs (FREDDs)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-fb033daa-0dc6-4cf0-8817-57c0a7071a4d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fb033daa-0dc6-4cf0-8817-57c0a7071a4d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fb033daa-0dc6-4cf0-8817-57c0a7071a4d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fb033daa-0dc6-4cf0-8817-57c0a7071a4d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY" published: "2019-12-24" --- # Provision of a Third Party Certifier and Quality Assurer of Free Running Explosive Detection Dogs (FREDDs) Buyer: CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fb033daa-0dc6-4cf0-8817-57c0a7071a4d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fb033daa-0dc6-4cf0-8817-57c0a7071a4d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fb033daa-0dc6-4cf0-8817-57c0a7071a4d.json) ## Summary The Civil Aviation Authority is seeking tenders for the provision of a Third Party Certifier and Quality Assurer of Free Running Explosive Detection Dogs (FREDDs) under the UK National Aviation Security Programme. Published on 24th December 2019, this tender falls under the services category, specifically related to explosives and security services. The tender period is set to conclude on 20th January 2020, and the expected contract period will run from 1st May 2020 to 30th April 2027. The procurement method is selective, employing a restricted procedure for this procurement process. This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in security services, quality assurance, and explosive detection systems. Companies with expertise in certifying and maintaining standards for security equipment, particularly those that can demonstrate capability in managing quality assurance processes, are encouraged to compete. The anticipated growth in the market for regulated Explosive Detection Dog provision in the UK offers a promising path for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their services in the security sector. ## Notice Requirements for the Provision of a Third Party Certifier and Quality Assurer of Free Running Explosive Detection Dogs (FREDDs) - Regulated under the UK National Aviation Security Programme (NASP) Under the National Aviation Security Programme (NASP), the UK has an Explosive Detection Dog (EDD) capability which requires dog and handler teams to be certified and a commitment to regular Quality Assurance (QA) to maintain standards. It is proposed that in future the certification and QA functions should be carried out by a third party accredited by the CAA on behalf of the Department for Transport (DfT). Under this arrangement, CAA will maintain oversight of the third party certification/QA provider on a continuous basis and will be responsible for ensuring that the process operates effectively. The overall policy on the use of EDD will continue to be owned by DfT. There will be additional expert input from the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) who currently undertake FREDDs certification and QA on behalf of DfT The certification and quality assurance activity is moving from a proof of concept stage and into the commercial market where, based on levels of interest already indicated by FREDDs teams, are expected to show considerable growth. There are also the potential benefits of anticipated expansion of regulated EDD provision in the UK to be considered. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a93cfad-a4fb-45aa-b1a1-44f509302339 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Dec 2019 | | Submission deadline | 20 Jan 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Apr 2020 - 30 Apr 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £560,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY | | Locality | CRAWLEY | | Post town | Redhill | | Postcode | RH6 0YR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex | | ITL 3 | TLJ28 West Sussex (North East) | | Local authority | Crawley | | Electoral ward | Langley Green & Tushmore | | Westminster constituency | Crawley | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 24 - Chemical products - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 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 ### Codes - 24600000 - Explosives - 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 38546000 - Explosives detection system - 72225000 - System quality assurance assessment and review services - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 73100000 - Research and experimental development services - 73400000 - Research and Development services on security and defence materials - 73431000 - Test and evaluation of security equipment - 75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services - 75222000 - Civil defence services - 79710000 - Security services ## Release History - 24 Dec 2019 at 14:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a93cfad-a4fb-45aa-b1a1-44f509302339 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a93cfad-a4fb-45aa-b1a1-44f509302339 24th December 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Crawley:-Security%2C-fire-fighting%2C-police-and-defence-equipment./78UG5S77U8 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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