---
title: "Provision of a Level 2 Fire Safety qualification provider"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050387"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY"
published: "2025-04-17"
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# Provision of a Level 2 Fire Safety qualification provider

Buyer: TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050387

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## Summary

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority is seeking a provider for a Level 2 Fire Safety qualification to support their adoption of the NFCC Competency Framework for Fire Safety Regulators. This tender, under the services category, is located in Tyne and Wear, UK, and falls below the threshold for open competition. Businesses have until 21 May 2025 to submit their tenders, with enquiries due by 15 May 2025. The contract period is set to start on 1 July 2025 and may extend up to 30 June 2027.

This opportunity presents a significant growth potential for businesses specialising in training services, particularly those with expertise in fire safety qualifications. Companies capable of providing high-quality training that aligns with TWFRS's standards will be well-positioned to benefit from this contract. The tender allows for electronic submissions, making it accessible for businesses across different locations. The estimated gross value of the contract is £12,000 GBP, highlighting a valuable opportunity for established firms seeking to expand their client base within the public sector.

## Notice

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) adopt and implement the NFCC Competency Framework for Fire Safety Regulators, which has been developed for use by Fire Safety Regulators within the UK. This approach satisfies the desire for all regulators to adopt a common and consistent approach to supporting and to reduce regulatory burdens. The objectives of this project is to secure the services of a suitable qualification for operational sector competent staff to enable them to identify and report any fire safety issues in the course of their duty. They will be able to carry out fire safety checks ensuring fire safety measures are in place and if they identify any issues and then they will be able to report this to the fire safety specialists within TWFRS when appropriate.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015721-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jul 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000 |
| Lots value | £10,000 |
| 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 | TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | TYNE AND WEAR, |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR5 3QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Washington North |
| Westminster constituency | Washington and Gateshead South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80500000 - Training services

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2025 at 07:22 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015721-2025
- 15 Apr 2025 at 15:46 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015363-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015721-2025
  17th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015363-2025
  15th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-695

## Notice URLs

- https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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