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DfI TRAM - Framework Agreement No2 for External Training Providers. Lots 1-3

Awarded to Belfast Skills Development Ltd, Certcom Training Ltd, Industry Training Services Ltd +1 more

Department for Infrastructure(buyer)

Published
Published 26 May 2026
Deadline
Closed 23 June 2026

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Overview

The Department for Infrastructure is establishing a framework agreement for external training providers across three lots: Gas Safety Training and Assessment, Confined Space Entry Training, and VHF Band Radio Operation Training and Assessment. A maximum of two suppliers will be selected for each lot, with an estimated contract value of £130,500. The framework is currently in evaluation following the submission deadline of June 2026.

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Lots (3)

  • Gas Safety Training and Assessment

    Training and Assessment Event content to include: - Health & Safety related to gas cylinder, (LPG, acetylene, oxygen, butane, propane); - Basic legislation regarding gas; - Equipment needed when working with or handling cylinders; - Cylinder identification; - Cylinder valves; - Gas cylinder and relief devices; - Checking for gas leaks; - Emergency procedures; - Procedures in the event of a fire; - Handling gas cylinders; - Changing of hoses; - Transportation of gas cylinders; - Use of appropriate fire extinguishers; - Storage methods and conditions for storing.

    £41,100Won by South Eastern Regional College
  • Confined Space Entry Training

    Training and Assessment Event content to include: - Event 1, Working in Medium Risk Confined Spaces - Event 2, Working in High Risk Confined Spaces - Event 3, Emergency Rescue and Recovery of Casualties from Confined Spaces including O2 resuscitator & AED training for confined space work The training events above must include training on Confined Spaces Gas Detection Equipment, Breathing Apparatus, Winches, Harnesses, ropes and other associated confined space entry equipment, including equipment checks

    £64,512Won by Industry Training Services LtdWon by Certcom Training Ltd
  • VHF Band Radio Operation Training and Assessment

    Training and Assessment Event content to include: - Background information and licensing requirements on Marine VHF Radio rules and regulations. - Routine operation of Marine VHF Radio including digital selective calling - The correct VHF channels (frequencies) to be used for each type of communication - The phonetic alphabet and basic radio language - Communications to include, distress, emergency, medical assistance procedures and ship to shore communication. - Practical use of Marine VHF DSC radios - Global Maritime Distress Safety Systems (GMDSS) - Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB) - Search and Rescue Transponders (SART) - Competency assessment (Written/Practical)

    £24,720Won by Belfast Skills Development Ltd

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Category
Services
Estimated value
£130,500
Procedure
Open
Contract type
Framework agreement
Published
26 May 2026
Questions by
16 June 2026
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Training servicesSpecialist training servicesVocational training servicesIndustrial and technical training services

Award outcome

Awarded value
£130,332
Award date
28 September 2026
Contract period
5 July 2026 → 5 July 2027
Winners
  • Belfast Skills Development Ltd
  • Certcom Training Ltd
  • Industry Training Services Ltd
  • South Eastern Regional College

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  1. Contract

    29 September 2026

  2. Contract Notice

    26 May 2026

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