FCDO Port Louis New HC Residence Project Stage 4 Design Peer Review Services

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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23 Jun 2026 at 08:30

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has completed the procurement process for the stage 4 design peer review services of the new High Commissioner's Residence project in Port Louis, Mauritius. This procurement, part of the tender process, was conducted as a competitive quotation exercise below the threshold, focusing on evaluation by programme compliance and fee proposal. The award was given to Ridge and Partners LLP, marking the completion of the procurement stage. The contract runs from 23 June 2025 to 24 July 2026, classified under the CPV code 71241000, involving feasibility study and advisory services, and is deemed suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in design peer review and consultancy services, particularly those adept at working with government projects. As the procurement involved a competitive quotation below the threshold, it provides a unique entry point for SMEs to gain governmental contracts, thus bolstering their portfolios with high-profile projects. Businesses with expertise in feasibility studies, programme analysis, and advisory services, particularly those familiar with the RIBA framework, would be well positioned to compete in similar future tenders. The project's international scope, coupled with the prestige associated with working for a governmental entity like the FCDO, presents an excellent opportunity for expanding business reach and enhancing credibility.

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Notice Title

FCDO Port Louis New HC Residence Project Stage 4 Design Peer Review Services

Notice Description

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) sought services to undertake the RIBA Stage 4 Design Peer review for the new High Commissioner's Residence project in Port Louis, Mauritius. Four suppliers were invited to submit quotations for provision of the abovementioned service. The procurement was conducted as a below-threshold competitive quotation exercise with evaluation taken on a like-for-like basis against the project requirements, including programme compliance and fee proposal. The contract was awarded to the supplier submitting the lowest compliant quotation. Ridge and Partners LLP were appointed as the Successful Supplier.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/567a19bb-1d24-4c51-865c-8fef9639c18e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£33,700 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jun 20266 days ago
Contract Period
22 Jun 2025 - 24 Jul 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1 2AH
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RIDGE AND PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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