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Provision of Medical Aid at British High Commission Accra

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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17 Feb 2025 at 22:56

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09 Oct 2024 at 08:53

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office has awarded a contract for the "Provision of Medical Aid at British High Commission Accra." This procurement initiative falls under the industry category of Medical Aids (CPV code: 33196000) and was conducted through an open procedure. The procurement covered services for the period from 1st June 2023 to 30th May 2024. The contract was signed with Apex, a supplier based in Accra, Ghana, and the total award value amounts to £268,782. The relevant procurement stage was completed with the award published on 9th October 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses providing medical aid services to expand their market presence within international diplomatic missions. While this particular opportunity has been awarded, similar contracts offer substantial growth potential, particularly for large-scale suppliers proficient in servicing multinational clients. Engagement in such tenders enhances credibility and broadens service portfolios, providing a platform to showcase expertise in delivering high-quality medical supplies and aids.

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Notice Title

Provision of Medical Aid at British High Commission Accra

Notice Description

Provision of Medical Aid at British High Commission Accra for CBS

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3c1becbf-7727-4456-9a79-c8878f63d03f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/386cfe8e-1692-4183-8aad-76cb04fdb1ab
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33196000 - Medical aids

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£235,428 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Aug 20232 years ago
Contract Period
31 May 2023 - 30 May 2024 6-12 months
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
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
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

APEX

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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