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title: "HGV Driver Training"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-031bc0"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DORSET AND WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES"
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# HGV Driver Training

Buyer: DORSET AND WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-031bc0

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## Summary

The Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Services (DWFRS) is currently conducting a tender process for "HGV Driver Training" aimed at equipping new firefighters with the necessary skills to operate Category C heavy goods vehicles. This procurement is classified under driving-school services and involves two lots: Lot 1 for the Wiltshire area and Lot 2 for the Dorset area. The estimated contract value is £300,000, and interested suppliers must submit their bids by the deadline on 30th March 2022, with the intention to award the contracts by the same date. Each contract will last for three years, with the option to extend up to a total of six years based on performance and need.

This tender presents significant opportunities for training providers, especially those specialising in heavy goods vehicle instruction and licensing. Businesses that have experience with public sector contracts or meet the rigorous training and compliance standards set by DVLA and UK regulations are well-positioned to compete effectively. This contract would suit small and medium-sized enterprises that can deliver quality training services, demonstrate strong customer service, and have robust delivery plans, as these factors will play a crucial role in the evaluation process.

## Notice

Dorset and Wiltshire Fire Authority (The Authority) has a requirement to undertake an invitation to tender (ITT) using an open procedure for HGV Driver Training (Category C) for New Firefighters in the service. There are two lots being procured and Supplier can provide bids for one lot or both lots. Only one supplier will be selected following evaluations per lot, The contract will be for a 3 year period with 3x options to extend by 12 months (Possible 6 years)

### Lot Information

HGV Driver Training Lot 1 Wiltshire

Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Services (DWFRS) are looking for one supplier to provide Heavy Good Vehicle training services for (Category C) Vehicles over 3,500kg which will cover Lot 1- Wiltshire Area in the UK . The successful suppliers will be required to provide a qualified Trainer, the vehicle, the training services, testing and licences as per DVLA and UK Standards for DWFRS Firefighters. Additional information: Invitation to tender as per the tender documents. Bidders are required to register on DWFRS Bluelight E Sourcing Portal in order to obtain the tender documents https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=BLUELIGHT

Options: Lot 1 Wiltshire Area. Contract initially for 3 years with option to extend 3x 12 months so possibility of 6 year contract

Renewal: Following the initial 3 years, DWFRS will have an option to extend by a further 3 x twelve-month periods which if implemented will take the contract up to Year 4 - 17th May 2026 Year 5 - 17th May 2027 Year 6 - 17th May 2028

HGV Driver Training Lot 2 Dorset

Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Services (DWFRS) are looking for one supplier to provide Heavy Good Vehicle training services for (Category C) vehicles over 3,500kg which will cover Lot 2 - Dorset Area in the UK . The successful suppliers will be required to provide a qualified Trainer, the vehicle, the training services, testing and licences as per DVLA and UK Standards for DWFRS Firefighters. Additional information: Invitation to tender as per the tender documents. Bidders are required to register on DWFRS Bluelight E Sourcing Portal in order to obtain the tender documents https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=BLUELIGHT

Options: Lot 2 - Dorset Area. Contract initially for 3 years with option to extend 3x 12 months so possibility of 6 year contract

Renewal: Following the initial 3 years, DWFRS will have an option to extend by a further 3 x twelve-month periods which if implemented will take the contract up to Year 4 - 17th May 2026 Year 5 - 17th May 2027 Year 6 - 17th May 2028

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013945-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 May 2022 |
| Contract period | 17 May 2022 - 17 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | 17 May 2028 if optional contract extensions undertaken |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | £264,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DORSET AND WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES |
| Locality | SALISBURY WILTSHIRE |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP1 3NR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Salisbury St Francis & Stratford |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | WAYSIDE TRANSPORT; WTTL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80411000 - Driving-school services
- 80500000 - Training services

## Release History

- 23 May 2022 at 16:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013945-2022
- 28 Feb 2022 at 13:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005412-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dorsetcouncil
- http://www.dwfire.org.uk
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=44031&B=BLUELIGHT
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=BLUELIGHT

## Provenance

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