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title: "Provision of Training for Assault IEDD (AIEDD) Including Human Performance Optimisation (HPO)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059c06"
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# Provision of Training for Assault IEDD (AIEDD) Including Human Performance Optimisation (HPO)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059c06

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has concluded a procurement process for the provision of training related to Assault Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (AIEDD), including Human Performance Optimisation (HPO). This procurement falls under the defence and security category, indicating the specialised nature of the training. Located in Portsmouth, the Ministry conducted an open procedure for this contract, reflecting transparency and competitive bidding practices. The contract, set to commence on 14th November 2025, extends until 31st August 2027, with the option of renewal up to 31st August 2029 if required. RenderSafe LLP emerged as the successful supplier, tasked with delivering a comprehensive AIEDD training package over a 2-year period, for the benefit of Alpha Squadron’s workforce during bi-annual training exercises.

This procurement offers substantial business growth opportunities for suppliers in the training and simulation sector, particularly those specialising in security equipment. The open procurement approach provides a platform for capable businesses, including SMEs, to engage with significant government contracts, fostering industry partnerships and advancing technical capabilities in military training. RenderSafe LLP, a small-medium enterprise, exemplifies the type of company well-suited for such roles, evidencing their capacity to secure valuable contracts and deliver critical training services in specialised domains. Such contracts not only enhance a supplier’s portfolio but also potentially expand their market presence and influence in defence-related services.

## Notice

This requirement is to facilitate training for Assault Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (AIEDD) during Alpha Squadron's (Alpha Sqn) bi-annual workforce (WF) training periods. This requirement is for provision of training for 2 years, with the option to be extended for a further 2 years. The supplier must deliver the AIEDD training package across 5 weeks of training per annum. Training will be delivered to a training cohort of Alpha Sqn operators, and No2s. This is a total of 17 personnel.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The contract will include the option to extend by up to two years after the initial end date of 31 August 2027, giving a maximum duration up to 31 August 2029. The contract is set at an initial value of PS300,000 ex VAT (PS360,000 inc VAT) with the option to increase this to a total value of PS600,000 ex VAT (PS720,000 inc VAT) to allow for the purchase of additional services as detailed in the contract.

Renewal: The contract will include the option to extend by up to two years after the initial end date of 31 August 2027, giving a maximum duration up to 31 August 2029. The contract is set at an initial value of PS300,000 ex VAT (PS360,000 inc VAT) with the option to increase this to a total value of PS600,000 ex VAT (PS720,000 inc VAT) to allow for the purchase of additional services as detailed in the contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078863-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 14 Nov 2025 - 31 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| Lots value | £600,000 |
| Awards value | £600,000 |
| Contracts value | £600,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO2 8BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Nelson |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RENDERSAFE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80610000 - Training and simulation in security equipment

## Release History

- 2 Dec 2025 at 12:15 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078863-2025
- 21 Oct 2025 at 11:07 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067059-2025
- 17 Sep 2025 at 09:55 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057233-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078863-2025
  2nd December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067059-2025
  21st October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057233-2025
  17th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-5273
  Invitation to Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://contracts.mod.uk
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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