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Explosives Detection Dogs (EDD) Training Aids Framework

Awarded to QINETIQ LIMITED, THOR INDUSTRIES LTD

Home Office(buyer)

Published
Published 8 November 2024
Deadline
Closed 14 April 2025

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Overview

The Home Office has awarded a framework agreement for the provision of explosives detection dogs training aids and associated services for use across UK Government. The framework, valued at £8.2 million, was awarded on 23 March 2026 to QinetiQ Limited and Thor Industries Ltd, and is currently in delivery.

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Lots (6)

  • 1.1D Explosives EDD Training Aids

    - Manufacture of EDD Training Aids - The manufacture of EDD Training Aids containing commercially available explosives classified at 1.1D hazard class or lower, prepared in accordance with strict contamination control procedures. - Delivery and Collection of EDD Training Aids - Disposal and Destruction of EDD Training Aids - Support, Testing, and Advisory Services

    Won by THOR INDUSTRIES LTD
  • Ammonium Nitrate-based Explosives EDD Training Aids

    - Manufacture of EDD Training Aids - The manufacture of EDD Training Aids made from commercially available components resulting in explosives classified at 1.1D hazard class or lower, prepared in accordance with strict contamination control procedures. - Delivery and Collection of EDD Training Aids - Disposal and Destruction of EDD Training Aids - Support, Testing, and Advisory Services

  • Section one: Contracting authoritySection I: Contracting authority one.1) Name and addressesI.1) Name and addresses Home Office Home Office, Peel Building, Marsham Street London SW1P 4DF Contact

    - Manufacture of EDD Training Aids - The manufacture of Free from Explosives EDD Training Aids containing commercially available firearms and component parts, prepared in accordance with strict contamination control procedures. - Delivery and Collection of EDD Training Aids - Disposal and Destruction of EDD Training Aids - Support, Testing, and Advisory Services

  • Non-Explosive Chemical Mixtures EDD Training Aids

    - Manufacture of EDD Training Aids - The manufacture of non-explosive EDD Training Aids made from commercially available chemical mixtures, prepared in accordance with strict safety and contamination control procedures. - Delivery and Collection of EDD Training Aids - Disposal and Destruction of EDD Training Aids - Support, Testing, and Advisory Services

  • Synthesised Explosives EDD Training Aids

    - Manufacture of EDD Training Aids - The manufacture of EDD Training Aids synthesised from commercially available precursors resulting in aids classified at 4.1 hazard class, prepared in accordance with strict safety and contamination control procedures. - Delivery and Collection of EDD Training Aids - Disposal and Destruction of EDD Training Aids - Support, Testing, and Advisory Services

  • Disposal of Explosives Dog Training Aids

    The disposal and/or refurbishment of expired Lot 1-5 EDD Training Aids in line with regulatory and contamination control requirements. Detailed specification classified at OFFICIAL-SENSITIVE and will be shared to interested parties following the receipt of a signed SAL and NDA only. Lot structure and contents subject to change following outputs from Market Engagement.

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Category
Goods
Estimated value
£8,200,000
Procedure
Open
Contract type
Framework agreement
Published
8 November 2024
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Basic inorganic and organic chemicalsExplosivesPrepared explosivesSecurity, fire-fighting, police and defence equipmentBulletsParts of light firearmsRefuse disposal and treatment

Award outcome

Awarded value
£8,200,000
Award date
23 March 2026
Contract period
— → 2 March 2030
Winners
  • QINETIQ LIMITED
  • THOR INDUSTRIES LTD

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Notice history

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  1. Contract

    8 April 2026

  2. Contract Notice

    19 February 2025

  3. Tender Update

    9 January 2025

  4. Prior Information Notice

    8 November 2024

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