Tender

Manufacture, Printing and Storage of Logistic Bags and Wraps

FCDO SERVICES

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Tender

25 Nov 2024 at 16:56

Summary of the contracting process

FCDO Services, part of the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), is seeking suppliers for the manufacture, printing, and storage of logistic bags and wraps. The tender is classified under the industry category of Canvas items (CPV code 19212310). This procurement process is a Restricted tender, detailing a contract period from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2030, with an option for two additional one-year extensions. Suppliers interested in participating must sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and submit required company details via email. The tender stage is active, with deadline for submissions on 17th February 2025. The services are required across multiple locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the UK.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production of canvas items and logistic materials. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, given the prolonged contract duration and potential extensions. Successful bidders will benefit from a prestigious association with FCDO Services, reinforcing their market position and demonstrating their capability in handling secure and large-scale government logistics. This procurement not only presents a stable long-term revenue stream but also enhances the credibility of businesses within the international market.

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Notice Title

Manufacture, Printing and Storage of Logistic Bags and Wraps

Notice Description

FCDO Services, as a trading fund of the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), has, as part of its remit, responsibility for the secure delivery of Diplomatic Mail and Commercial government shipments to approximately 280 Posts in 179 Countries and Islands around the world, a responsibility we have held for over 800 years. The Diplomatic Bag plays a pivotal role in ensuring UK government foreign policy is implemented and that our people remain safe, motivated, and informed. FCDO Services wishes to award a contract for the provision of Logistic Bags for the next three (3) years with the option to extend by a further two (2) extension periods of twelve (12) months each subject to satisfactory performance. This is a Restricted tender. To access this tender, suppliers are required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement with the Authority. Interested suppliers shall send an email to Corporate.ProfessionalServices@fcdo.gov.uk with the following details: Company Name Company number Registered office address Your email forms willingness to sign the NDA and participate in the tender. Once the NDA is signed, the supplier will then be invited to the tender on Jaggaer.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1404e7cc-217a-445c-972c-5d7a274ad193
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9326fae8-0415-417d-8a34-74a7a3bf3660
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials


CPV Codes

19212310 - Canvas items

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FCDO SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK19 7BH
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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