Scope
Reference
C30549
Description
The training is required to meet EA departmental driving policies and legislative requirements including Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSAW), The Road Traffic Act 1988, and The Highway Code.
Total value (estimated)
- £2,000,000 excluding VAT
- £2,400,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 23 January 2026 to 22 January 2029
- Possible extension to 22 January 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
2 x 1 year extensions
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
2 x 1 year extensions
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Lot constraints
Maximum number of lots a supplier can bid for: 3
Maximum number of lots a supplier can be awarded: 3
Description of how multiple lots may be awarded:
N/A
Lot Lot 1. Lot 1 - On Road Trailer towing
Description
The training is required to meet EA departmental driving policies and legislative requirements including Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSAW), The Road Traffic Act 1988, and The Highway Code.
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot Lot 2. Lot 2 - Off Road 4x4 Driving and Trailer Towing
Description
Competent, safe, and fully trained to a professional standard.
• Trained to a consistent standard to support the flexibility we need to move resources around the country (mutual aid) for incident response.
• Confident to operate the 4x4 vehicles and tow equipment that is high value.
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot Lot 3. Lot 3 - Security of Loads on Vehicles
Description
The successful Tenderer(s) must work with us to deliver more sustainable services under this contract. These requirements reflect the aspirations of our sustainability policy and the commitment to reach net zero.
The successful Tenderer(s) must always support the client in delivering eMission2030.
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot PSQ. 1. Procurement Specific Questionnaire
Description
v5.0 02-07-2025 Below £5m per Annum (Clarify PPON Q 0.02)
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot Lot 1. Lot 1 - On Road Trailer towing
Lot Lot 2. Lot 2 - Off Road 4x4 Driving and Trailer Towing
Lot Lot 3. Lot 3 - Security of Loads on Vehicles
Lot PSQ. 1. Procurement Specific Questionnaire
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
14 October 2025
Enquiry deadline
23 October 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
12 November 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
23 January 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Professional Off Road 4x4 Driver and On / Off Road Trailer Towing | Cost |
Weighting description
100 %
Other information
Payment terms
30 days end of the moth
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PNWW-1475-NYLN
Seacole Building, 2 Marsham Street
London
SW1P 4DF
United Kingdom
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government