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title: "Training and Testing audit services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-044fc9"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY (DVSA)"
published: "2026-02-18"
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# Training and Testing audit services

Buyer: DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY (DVSA)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-044fc9

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## Summary

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has completed its procurement process for a significant contract titled "Training and Testing Audit Services", falling under the auditing services category. This contract, awarded on 15 December 2024, marks the culmination of an open procedure tender process aimed at providing comprehensive auditing services across various training accreditation schemes in the UK. The service provider, COMPETENCE ASSURANCE SOLUTIONS LTD, based in London, was selected as the supplier. The services involved cover Driver CPC, Taxi Driver training, Drink Drive Rehabilitation, and Dangerous Goods Driver Training, all scheduled for auditing starting 31 May 2024. The contract value upon awarding was £1,859,902, with the possibility of extension for up to two additional years, thereby providing flexibility to accommodate evolving service requirements.

This tender represents a noteworthy opportunity for businesses specialising in auditing services, particularly those with experience in training and accreditation services. With a substantial contract value and the chance for extensions, it presents a lucrative venture for businesses capable of delivering high-quality audit services in line with DVSA standards. Companies with expertise in driving and transportation-related training audits, who can navigate the complexities of UK public procurement processes, are particularly well-suited to compete. Collaborating with DVSA not only promises growth but also positions firms as key players in maintaining and improving standards across crucial training programmes. The geographical focus within the UK expands opportunities for regional businesses aiming to establish a robust portfolio in public sector contracts.

## Notice

Amendment - Contract Value Contract award notice for Training and Testing Audit Services

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Amendment - Contract Value DVSA is also responsible for the approval and audit services of training accreditation across numerous schemes including: * Driver CPC periodic training (DCPC) * Taxi Driver periodic training (TDPT in Northern Ireland only) * Drink Drive Rehabilitation (DDR) * Dangerous Goods Driver Training (DGDT)

Options: An option to extend for one (1) year plus an additional one (1) year

Renewal: As above

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014863-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £4,897,324 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY (DVSA) |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS5 0DA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Lawrence Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COMPETENCE ASSURANCE SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79212000 - Auditing services

## Release History

- 18 Feb 2026 at 15:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014863-2026
- 16 Jan 2025 at 14:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001519-2025
- 4 Apr 2024 at 16:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011028-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://dft.app.jaggaer.com
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/driver-and-vehicle-standards-agency

## Provenance

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