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NRW 4x4 Training Framework 2027

Natural Resources Wales

Planned

Key facts

Closing date
Tuesday 12 January 2027, 00:00 (UK time)
Buyer's estimated value
£120,000 (excl. VAT) The buyer's own estimate, not income to you. For a framework this usually covers the whole agreement, not a single contract.
Contract period
30 Apr 2027 to 30 Apr 2029
Procedure
Open procedure
Notice type
Planned procurement notice (UK3)
Suitable for SMEs (per buyer)
Yes
Arrangement
Framework agreement

Decision brief

Taken from the buyer's published notice (shown as written, shortened where long). Tenderpatch has not added to or interpreted it. Always read the official documents before bidding.

How bids will be scored
Not stated in the notice.
Conditions of participation (what you must show)
None published in the notice. They may be in the tender documents.
Contract length and extensions
30 Apr 2027 to 30 Apr 2029. Extensions: 2 x 1 year extensions - The decision on whether to use the extenstion options will be at NRW’s discretion
How to submit
ITT will be carried out Via E-Tender Wales - Please check and ensure you are registered https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com Open etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com ↗
Tender documents
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Framework
An agreement that sets terms for work the buyer may order later, often from several suppliers. The value shown usually covers the whole agreement, not one job.
Open for bids / closing date
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Clarification questions
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Bids are scored on
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Lots
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Area (ITL)
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UK4 and other notice codes
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Description

This UK3 notice provides advance notice of a forthcoming procurement opportunity. Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of 4x4 vehicle training services. The proposed framework will be divided into four geographical lots covering North Wales, Mid Wales, South West Wales and South East Wales. The requirement is expected to include the delivery of basic and advanced 4x4 operator training, competency assessments, certification and periodic reassessment for NRW employees who operate four-wheel drive vehicles as part of their duties. Training must be delivered by suitably qualified, Lantra-approved instructors and be aligned with current industry standards. Suppliers will be required to provide suitable training venues and land within the geographical area of the lot(s) bid for. Training locations must support practical off-road driving exercises, be representative of the operational environments encountered by NRW staff, be appropriately insured and risk assessed, and provide suitable welfare facilities. The framework is anticipated to operate for an initial period of two years, with options to extend for up to a further two years.

Lots (4)

  1. Lot 1: North Wales

    Value: £30,000 (excl. VAT)

    North Wales - corresponding to the combined local authority areas: Isle of Anglesey, Gwynedd, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Wrexham

  2. Lot 2: Mid Wales

    Value: £30,000 (excl. VAT)

    Mid Wales - Powys, Ceredigion

  3. Lot 3: South West Wales

    Value: £30,000 (excl. VAT)

    South West Wales - Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot

  4. Lot 4: South East Wales

    Value: £30,000 (excl. VAT)

    South East Wales - Bridgend, Vale of Glamorgan, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Merthyr Tydfil, Caerphilly, Cardiff, Blaenau Gwent, Torfaen, Newport, Monmouthshire