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title: "Explosives Detection Dogs (EDD) Training Aids Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04b529"
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# Explosives Detection Dogs (EDD) Training Aids Framework

Buyer: HOME OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04b529

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## Summary

The Home Office has successfully completed the procurement process for the Explosives Detection Dogs (EDD) Training Aids Framework. This project, valued at £8.2 million, serves the security, fire-fighting, police, and defence industries within the UK. The framework is divided into five lots, with the procurement method being an open procedure and the procurement initiated through a tender process. Awards were granted to THOR INDUSTRIES LTD for Lot 1 and QINETIQ LIMITED for Lots 2-5, both contracts having been signed on 23rd March 2026. The Home Office, located in London, acts as the central purchasing authority for this procurement, ensuring the provision of training aids under strict contamination control and safety procedures.

This tender offers significant opportunities for SMEs and large companies within the security and defence equipment industry. The framework allows suppliers to expand their market, including permissions to sell EDD Training Aids to foreign governments and both national and international private sector entities, facilitating growth and sustainability. Businesses with capabilities in the manufacture or supply of explosives, non-explosive chemicals, and canine training aids will find this framework particularly beneficial, aligning with the Home Office's strategic objective to enhance UK detection dog capabilities. The project also supports the National Canine Training and Accreditation Scheme, elevating industry standards and fostering new partnership opportunities.

## Notice

This Framework is for the provision of Explosives Detection Dogs Training Aids and associated services for use across UK Government.

### Lot Information

1.1D Explosives EDD Training Aids

- Manufacture of EDD Training Aids - 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

Ammonium Nitrate-based Explosives EDD Training Aids

- Manufacture of EDD Training Aids - The manufacture of EDD Training Aids made from commercially available components resulting in 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

Section one: Contracting authoritySection I: Contracting authority one.1) Name and addressesI.1) Name and addresses Home Office Home Office, Peel Building, Marsham Street London SW1P 4DF Contact

- Manufacture of EDD Training Aids - The manufacture of Free from Explosives EDD Training Aids containing commercially available firearms and component parts, 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

Non-Explosive Chemical Mixtures EDD Training Aids

- Manufacture of EDD Training Aids - The manufacture of non-explosive EDD Training Aids made from commercially available chemical mixtures, prepared in accordance with strict safety and contamination control procedures. - Delivery and Collection of EDD Training Aids - Disposal and Destruction of EDD Training Aids - Support, Testing, and Advisory Services

Synthesised Explosives EDD Training Aids

- Manufacture of EDD Training Aids - The manufacture of EDD Training Aids synthesised from commercially available precursors resulting in aids classified at 4.1 hazard class, prepared in accordance with strict safety and contamination control procedures. - Delivery and Collection of EDD Training Aids - Disposal and Destruction of EDD Training Aids - Support, Testing, and Advisory Services

Disposal of Explosives Dog Training Aids

The disposal and/or refurbishment of expired Lot 1-5 EDD Training Aids in line with regulatory and contamination control requirements. Detailed specification classified at OFFICIAL-SENSITIVE and will be shared to interested parties following the receipt of a signed SAL and NDA only. Lot structure and contents subject to change following outputs from Market Engagement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031760-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | 6 Jan 2025 |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £8,200,000 |

## Status

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

## 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

- 24 - Chemical products
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 24300000 - Basic inorganic and organic chemicals
- 24600000 - Explosives
- 24610000 - Prepared explosives
- 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 35331100 - Bullets
- 35341000 - Parts of light firearms
- 90510000 - Refuse disposal and treatment

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2026 at 09:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031760-2026
- 19 Feb 2025 at 17:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005998-2025
- 9 Jan 2025 at 12:34 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000658-2025
- 8 Nov 2024 at 14:50 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036288-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://homeoffice.app.jaggaer.com
- https://homeoffice.app.jaggaer.com/
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/home-office
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-canine-training-and-accreditation-scheme-private-security-industry

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