Fire Scene Investigation Training
The contract covers the provision of Fire Scene Investigation Training through a framework established by Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Authority on behalf of itself, South Wales Fire and Rescue Service and North Wales Fire and Rescue Service. The buyer is a Welsh public-sector emergency service authority, and the successful supplier will train and assess staff so they can be considered Tier 2 Fire Scene Investigators under the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) Competency Framework and conduct investigations at that level. The scope includes providing suitable training and assessment facilities enabling delegates to achieve the Skills for Justice Level 5 Certificate in Fire Investigation in accordance with the SFJ Qualification Handbook and the NFCC Competency Framework for Fire Investigation, 2nd Edition. No estimated contract value, duration, or delivery locations are specified, although delivery is intended for staff across the three Welsh Fire and Rescue Services. The critical qualification outcome is attainment of the Skills for Justice Level 5 Certificate in Fire Investigation and competence against the NFCC Tier 2 framework.
Buyer: Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Authority. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 16 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £200k
- Bids close: 10 Nov 2026
- Location: South West Wales, Central Valleys, Conwy and Denbighshire
- Procedure: Open procedure
- Contract period: 1 Feb 2027 to 31 Jan 2029
- Category: Training services (80500000)
From the official notice
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Authority on behalf of ourselves, South Wales Fire and Rescue Service and North Wales Fire and Rescue Service are looking to set up a framework for Fire Scene Investigation Training and are seeking tenders from suppliers who can deliver this training. The successful bidder will provide Fire Scene Investigation Training to enable staff from the three Welsh Fire and Rescue Services to be considered as Tier 2 Fire Scene Investigators in line with the NFCC Competency Framework and to competently conduct investigations commensurate with this role.The successful bidder will provide training and assessment facilities that will enable Welsh FRS delegates to attain the Skills for Justice (SFJ) Awards - Level 5 Certificate in Fire Investigation in line with the provisions of the SFJ Qualification Handbook and the NFCC Competency Framework for Fire Investigation 2nd Edition.The framework will be for an initial period of 2 years, with an option to extend for a further 24 months at 12-month intervals.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 10 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £200k.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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