--- title: "Asset Management Operations Training Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02a738" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02a738" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a738.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a738.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL" published: "2021-04-16" --- # Asset Management Operations Training Framework Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02a738 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02a738) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a738.json) ## Summary The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently seeking suppliers for the "Asset Management Operations Training Framework" under an open procurement method. This tender falls within the education and training services industry, with specific training lots focusing on maintenance activities, health & safety, confined space training, electrical safety, mobile flood assets, and compliance training. Key dates include the submission deadline on 17 May 2021 and a contract period running from 1 September 2021 to 31 August 2024. This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in training services, particularly those with expertise in health and safety, maintenance operations, and electrical training. Suppliers with accredited training programmes, especially those recognised by relevant bodies such as City and Guilds and Lantra, would be particularly well-suited to compete. An established track record in delivering specialised training for environmental and operational activities could further enhance competitiveness in this tender process. ## Notice This is to advertise an opportunity where we are looking to source up to 6 suppliers, to deliver training in the following areas: Lot 1: Maintenance activities including a range of training for operational activities such as chainsaws and wood chippers, excavators, dumpers and other earth moving plant; lifting plant, abrasive wheels; vegetation control equipment and the use of other smaller plant such as ride on and remote control mowers; tractors and attachments; winching; pesticide spraying; Streetworks/Chapter 8; cable avoidance equipment, small tools, working at height, and some knowledge/theory courses such as the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) and Site Management Safety Training Scheme SMSTS. For the majority of Lot 1, Lantra accredited training is required but other accreditation bodies may be used where appropriate. Lot 2: Health & Safety online learning including: Manual handling awareness, Working at Height awareness, Slips, trips and falls, COSHH awareness, Weather related risk awareness, Disease Awareness, Skin Care awareness, Display Screen Equipment, Repetitive Strain Injury awareness, Confined space awareness, Legionella and Asbestos. Lot 3: Confined Space (Medium/High risk) practical training including a full suite of confined space training modules in line with 6150 standards for Water UK qualifications. All training MUST be accredited by City and Guilds and valid for three years: Level 2 Award in Working in Low Risk Confined Spaces: Water (6150-01) and Working in Medium Risk Confined Spaces (Top Man) (Entrant): Water (6150-02) and Working in High Risk Confined Spaces: Water (6150-03); Level 3 Award in Top Man/Persons for High Risk Confined Spaces: Water (6150-14) and Emergency Rescue and Recovery of Casualties from Confined Spaces: Water (6150-05). Lot 4: MEICA/ Electrical Engineering Safety training including: Electrical Authorisation, Electrical Authorisation for the management of electrical works, Electrical Authorisation for environment management (EM) teams. Lot 5: Mobile Flood Assets (MFA) training consists of training in erecting temporary defences (sandbags, temporary and demountable barriers) and pump operation (including high volume pumps). Lot 6: DCPC and Operator Licence Compliance Training including: Driver CPC, Operating Licence Awareness training (OLAT) and a suite of Continued Professional Development (CPD) Technology-Based Learning modules. ### Lot Information Lot 1: Maintenance activities training Maintenance activities including a range of training for operational activities such as chainsaws and wood chippers, excavators, dumpers and other earth moving plant; lifting plant, abrasive wheels; vegetation control equipment and the use of other smaller plant such as ride on and remote control mowers; tractors and attachments; winching; pesticide spraying; Streetworks/Chapter 8; cable avoidance equipment, small tools, working at height, and some knowledge/theory courses such as the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) and Site Management Safety Training Scheme SMSTS. For the majority of Lot 1, Lantra accredited training is required but other accreditation bodies may be used where appropriate. Lot 2: Health & Safety online learning Health & Safety online learning including: Manual handling awareness, Working at Height awareness, Slips, trips and falls, COSHH awareness, Weather related risk awareness, Disease Awareness, Skin Care awareness, Display Screen Equipment, Repetitive Strain Injury awareness, Confined space awareness, Legionella and Asbestos. Lot 3: Confined Space (Medium/High risk) practical training Confined Space (Medium/High risk) practical training including a full suite of confined space training modules in line with 6150 standards for Water UK qualifications. All training MUST be accredited by City and Guilds and valid for three years: Level 2 Award in Working in Low Risk Confined Spaces: Water (6150-01) and Working in Medium Risk Confined Spaces (Top Man) (Entrant): Water (6150-02) and Working in High Risk Confined Spaces: Water (6150-03); Level 3 Award in Top Man/Persons for High Risk Confined Spaces: Water (6150-14) and Emergency Rescue and Recovery of Casualties from Confined Spaces: Water (6150-05). Lot 4: MEICA/ Electrical Engineering Safety training Lot 4 training includes: * Electrical Authorisation Successful completion of this course and feedback from the trainer will allow the delegate's MEICA team leader to make an informed decision regarding authorisation of the Environment Agency employee to work on electrical systems. * Electrical Authorisation for the management of electrical works Successful completion of this course and feedback from the trainer will allow the delegate's MEICA team leader to make an informed decision regarding authorisation for the Environment Agency employee to manage work on electrical systems a period of three years. * Electrical Authorisation for environment management (EM) teams On completion of this training EA employees can be assessed by their supra area MEICA team leader as to whether they are competent to work on electrical systems that measure river and rainfall levels (telemetry, instrumentation and battery powered systems) in the field. Lot 5: Mobile Flood Assets (MFA) training This lot consists of training in erecting temporary defences (sandbags, temporary and demountable barriers) and pump operation (including high volume pumps). This training is very specialised; we expect that potential trainers will work with our MFA team experts, as well as manufacturers, to gain a complete understanding of issues, risks and training standards. This training will be aimed primarily at Field Team members. Lot 6: DCPC and Operator Licence Compliance Training Lot 6 training includes: * Driver CPC - a broad range of courses to include but not limited to: speed awareness, wheel security and tyre safety, driver hazards and risk perception, and driver roles and responsibilities. All courses should be aligned to the standards set by the Driver Vehicle and Standards Agency (DVSA) and approved by JAUPT (Joint Approvals Unit for Periodic Training) * Operator Licence Awareness training (OLAT) - training to enhance staff competency and capacity at all levels, from vocational driver to named Director. All parties involved in the management of Operator Licence are required to understand their roles and responsibilities in maintaining compliance and our legal obligations. * A suite of Continued Professional Development (CPD) Technology-Based Learning modules ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008135-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Apr 2021 | | Submission deadline | 17 May 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 31 Aug 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1P 3JR | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services - 80500000 - Training services - 80510000 - Specialist training services - 80550000 - Safety training services ## Release History - 16 Apr 2021 at 21:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008135-2021 ## Notice URLs - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk” ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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