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title: "Skills for Justice Level 5 Certificate in Fire Investigation Training"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060311"
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buyer: "TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY"
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# Skills for Justice Level 5 Certificate in Fire Investigation Training

Buyer: TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060311

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## Summary

The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority has awarded a contract for the delivery of the Skills for Justice Level 5 Certificate in Fire Investigation Training. This service, designed to enhance advanced skills in fire and explosion investigation, is a nationally accredited programme crucial for enhancing the investigation capabilities of fire service personnel. The contract was awarded to Gardiner Associates Training and Research Limited, a company based in Northolt. The procurement was conducted using an open competition method, below the threshold, and concluded successfully with the contract starting on 12th May 2026 and ending on 11th May 2028. The programme will be delivered in the United Kingdom, further improving the capabilities of the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service team. The award was signed on 7th May 2026, and the contract allows for two potential twelve-month extensions, up to a maximum of 11th May 2030.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses equipped to deliver high-level educational and training services, particularly in fire and explosion investigation. Companies that specialise in vocational and technical training services, especially those with the capability to align with national standards, stand to benefit greatly. With a focus on developing competency in legal proceedings and evidence analysis, training providers can leverage this opportunity to expand their service offerings to public authorities. As the buyer, Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority, plays a pivotal role in ensuring community safety and response efficiency, they offer a stable partnership for contractors experienced in the public sector training domain. This engagement not only strengthens business portfolios but also supports regional safety initiatives by elevating the investigative skills within fire services.

## 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. TWFRS is seeking a provider to deliver the SFJ Awards Level 5 Certificate in Fire Investigation, a nationally accredited qualification that develops advanced skills in fire and explosion investigation. The programme must enable TWFRS investigators to competently examine scenes, collect and analyse evidence, produce accurate reports, and present findings in legal proceedings, ensuring compliance with professional standards and enhancing organisational capability.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059016-2026 |
| 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 | 23 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 11 May 2026 - 11 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £78,700 |

## 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 | GARDINER ASSOCIATES TRAINING AND RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 80510000 - Specialist training services
- 80511000 - Staff training services
- 80530000 - Vocational training services
- 80531200 - Technical training services

## Release History

- 23 Jun 2026 at 13:41 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059016-2026
- 12 Jan 2026 at 08:27 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002094-2026
- 9 Jan 2026 at 15:17 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001964-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059016-2026
  23rd June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002094-2026
  12th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001964-2026
  9th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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