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CPG/2699/2018 - PROVISION OF SECURITY SERVICES FOR BRITISH HIGH COMMISSION IN PORT MORESBY

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

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01 Feb 2019 at 00:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office, based in London, has recently completed the procurement process for the provision of security services for the British High Commission in Port Moresby. This contract, classified under the security services industry, was awarded to Black Swan International and has a total value of approximately £1,427,649.29. The contract period runs from December 1, 2018, to November 30, 2021. The procurement method involved an open procedure, with the tender documents published prior to the deadline of October 17, 2018.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specializing in security services or related sectors. Companies that can provide skilled security personnel and equipment, particularly those familiar with the operational needs of diplomatic missions, would be well-placed to compete in this space. The focus on integrating security personnel into the mission's daily life indicates a preference for suppliers capable of offering not just services, but also fostering relationships that enhance the security environment at the Commission.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CPG/2699/2018 - PROVISION OF SECURITY SERVICES FOR BRITISH HIGH COMMISSION IN PORT MORESBY

Notice Description

The British High Commission (BHC) in Port Moresby requires provision of security guard services and security equipment to protect BHC personnel, facilities and equipment from damage or loss throughout the year. The Contractor is also expected to carry out other security-related tasks, as specified by the Regional Security Manager (ROSM) or Post Security Manager (PSM) at the mission, who will supervise the guards on a day-to-day basis. Every effort should be made to integrate the guards as much as possible into the life of the post. Additional information: All Tender documentation will be published, and all substantive communication between the Authority and bidders will be conducted via the FCO's eProcurement Portal BRAVOSolution. URL is https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk/ (requires registration), then navigate to Project_1727/ ITT _2332.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1af7966-903f-4a81-8d13-5fe88c612894
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

CPV Codes

35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,427,649 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Feb 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jan 20197 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2019 - 31 Jan 2022 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLACK SWAN INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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