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title: "The Provision of First Aid Training"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000808990"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-09"
---

# The Provision of First Aid Training

Buyer: SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000808990

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## Summary

Scottish Borders Council has awarded a contract for the provision of First Aid training services under an open procedure. This procurement process, classified under the CPV code 80562000, was aimed at ensuring the delivery of First Aid training to staff across the Council's services. Located in the Scottish Borders (region UKM91), the contract was awarded to First Stop Safety Training LTD, with the contract valued at £85,584. The award was made on the 5th of February 2026, following the tender process initiated in September 2025, with submissions closing by the 3rd of October 2025. The contract period may be extended by a further 12 months if necessary.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses experienced in delivering certified training programmes, particularly those specialising in public service training. The contract was awarded through an open procedure, encouraging competition and offering a fair chance for any business meeting the qualifications to participate. While the opportunity has concluded, companies aligning with similar service delivery can consider preparing for future tenders with Scottish Borders Council to leverage similar business growth prospects. With community benefits embedded in the procurement requirements, businesses that can demonstrate social value in their service delivery may find additional opportunities attractive.

## Notice

Scottish Borders Council is seeking a supplier to deliver First Aid training to staff across its services.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Scottish Borders Council (SBC) is seeking a single supplier to provide First Aid Training. The requirement is for the delivery of First Aid training for SBC staff by suitably qualified First Aid Training Instructors. The training will be delivered in the Scottish Borders Local Authority Area on SBC premises.

Renewal: The will be an option to extend the contract for a further 12 month period.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549142 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | July 2029 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £85,584 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL |
| Locality | NEWTOWN ST BOSWELLS |
| Post town | Galashiels |
| Postcode | TD6 0SA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM91 Scottish Borders |
| Local authority | Scottish Borders |
| Electoral ward | Selkirkshire |
| Westminster constituency | Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk |
| Delivery location | TLM91 Scottish Borders |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FIRST STOP SAFETY TRAINING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 80500000 - Training services
- 80510000 - Specialist training services
- 80511000 - Staff training services
- 80560000 - Health and first-aid training services
- 80562000 - First-aid training services

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549142
- 3 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538340

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538340&idx=12
  3rd September 2025 - Specification-Brief
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538340&idx=13
  3rd September 2025 - Supplier Document Checklist
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538340&idx=14
  3rd September 2025 - Performance Management Plan
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538340&idx=1
  3rd September 2025 - Tender Information/Instructions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538340&idx=2
  3rd September 2025 - Standard Terms and Conditions for the Purchase of Goods and Services (including Consultancy)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538340&idx=3
  3rd September 2025 - Data Protection Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538340&idx=4
  3rd September 2025 - Appendix 1 - Bidders Response Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538340&idx=5
  3rd September 2025 - Appendix 2 - Community Benefit Contract Plan
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538340&idx=6
  3rd September 2025 - Community Benefit Guidance
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538340&idx=7
  3rd September 2025 - Appendix 3 - Fair Work First including Real Living Wage Question
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538340&idx=8
  3rd September 2025 - Appendix 4 - 4C.1.2 Technical Experience
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538340&idx=9
  3rd September 2025 - Appendix 5 - Bidder Relevant Contract Climate Change Plan
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538340&idx=10
  3rd September 2025 - Appendix 6 - Forms and Declarations
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538340&idx=11
  3rd September 2025 - Appendix 7 - Freedom of Information Form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538340
  The Provision of First Aid Training - Scottish Borders Council is seeking a supplier to deliver First Aid training to staff across its services.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549142
  The Provision of First Aid Training - Scottish Borders Council is seeking a supplier to deliver First Aid training to staff across its services.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotborders.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000808990
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/jedburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

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