# Explosives Detection Dogs \(EDD\) Training Aids

> Contract award record from UK public-sector procurement sources.

## Key facts

- Public buyer: [DfTc - Department for Transport](/buyers/dftc-department-for-transport/contract-awards)
- Contract winner: [Qinetiq](/contract-winners/qinetiq/public-sector-contract-awards)
- Award value: £40,573
- Tender value: £40,573
- Award date: 27 July 2026
- Published: 5 August 2026
- Contract start: 27 July 2026
- Contract end: 31 August 2026
- Stage: awarded
- Procurement category: goods
- Notice ID: a59954b0-2251-4968-a078-6be475a9cce7-909595
- OCID: ocds-b5fd17-111f5cdb-baf8-4c3b-a19e-8a438edc0d3f

## Description

This notice is to confirm the award of contract for Explosives Detection Dogs \(EDD\) training aids via the C16829 EDD Training Aids Framework - Lots 2-5\. EDD training aids are controlled materials used to train, test and assure explosive detection dogs by exposing them to relevant explosive-related odours in a safe and consistent way\. DfT are responsible for the assurance of these aids to help maintain effective detection capability for aviation and wider protective security\. The EDD training kits provide approved training and testing materials that enable ongoing training, validation, assurance and certification activities, thereby providing evidence of continued operational effectiveness\.

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## Source

[View the original notice on Contracts Finder](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a59954b0-2251-4968-a078-6be475a9cce7-909595)