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title: "Water Rescue Training Courses"
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# Water Rescue Training Courses

Buyer: TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d30f

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## Summary

The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority recently concluded an open competition procurement process for the provision of Water Rescue Training Courses, awarded on 2nd February 2026. The procurement sought to enhance the water and flood rescue skills of personnel as part of their ongoing training commitments. The industry category was safety training services, with the procurement focusing on improving operational response and resilience across their service area. The contract is awarded to Edinburgh Marine Limited, commencing on 4th April 2026 and running until 3rd April 2028, with the possibility of two 12-month renewals. This award forms part of a strategic commitment to maintaining national standards and compliance with evolving training requirements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in safety training services, particularly those like SMEs capable of providing high-quality and compliant training modules. With a focus on national standard compliance and operational readiness, businesses with expertise in water rescue or similar fields will find this contract beneficial for expanding their service offerings. Established training providers can leverage their expertise to support the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service in meeting their Community Risk Management Plan goals, thereby enhancing their credibility and market presence in public safety and rescue operations.

## Notice

TWFRA ('the Authority') is the publicly accountable body that oversees the policy and service delivery of Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service ('the Service') on behalf of the community. The Service successfully leads the operational delivery of fire and rescue services such as public protection, fire and other emergency prevention, operational response and resilience. Our stations, staff and appliances are strategically placed across Tyne and Wear to ensure efficient and effective response to fires and other emergencies. Appliances work across station areas and can be mobilised whilst away from their home station. We also have robust arrangements with neighbouring services to enable additional support during major emergencies. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) requires ongoing, compliant training for personnel involved in Water and Flood Rescue. Since 2006, TWFRS has adopted a recognised training framework that supports both external training and the development of internal instructors. This model has proven to be cost-effective and operationally efficient, enabling the Service to deliver high-quality training while maintaining compliance with national standards. TWFRS utilises a structured training and log booking system to manage qualifications and ensure accurate, auditable records. This supports compliance with the DEFRA Concept of Operations and the NFCC Rescue Boat Code and helps safeguard the Service's reputation in the delivery of water rescue capabilities. As national operational guidance and compliance requirements have evolved, so too have the training standards. This includes enhanced prerequisites for instructors and the introduction of new modules developed in response to national incidents and debriefs. The Service continues to adapt its training provision to meet these evolving standards. With the expansion of TWFRS's Water and Flood Rescue provision under the Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP), the demand for initial training, CPD, and recertification continues to grow. Ensuring access to recognised and compliant training is essential to maintaining operational readiness and meeting service delivery expectations. As a result, TWFRS is seeking suitable training providers to deliver the courses outlined in the scope and specification.

### Lot Information

RYA Marine Radio Short Range Certificate Course (SRC)

LOT 1 - RYA Marine Radio Short Range Certificate Course (SRC)

Renewal: 2 X 12 Months

RYA Sea Survival Course

LOT 2 - RYA Sea Survival Course

Renewal: 2 X 12 Months

RYA Powerboat Instructor Course

LOT 3 - RYA Powerboat Instructor Course

Renewal: 2 X 12 Months

RYA Advanced Powerboat (Including prerequisite theory tuition)

LOT 4 - RYA Advanced Powerboat (Including prerequisite theory tuition)

Renewal: 2 X 12 Months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009130-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Apr 2026 - 3 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,156 |
| Contracts value | £35,156 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EDINBURGH MARINE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80550000 - Safety training services

## Release History

- 2 Feb 2026 at 16:08 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009130-2026
- 14 Jan 2026 at 11:16 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003021-2026
- 24 Oct 2025 at 09:09 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068062-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009130-2026
  2nd February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003021-2026
  14th January 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068062-2025
  24th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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