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Purchase of Mattresses British Embassy Baghdad

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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08 Jul 2025 at 14:07

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19 May 2025 at 03:42

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), based in London, initiated an open procurement process for the supply of 100 mattresses for the British Embassy in Baghdad. This procurement, classified under the industry category of goods, specifically mattresses, concluded the tender process on 24th February 2025. The contract spans from 1st March to 31st December 2025, with the contract awarded on 10th March 2025 to Pineapple Furniture, located in Kent, England. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure (below threshold), with the awarded contract valued at £20,197.80. Deliveries are arranged not only within the United Kingdom but extend to other regions, including British Overseas Territories and Europe.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses in the furniture manufacturing and supply industry, particularly those accustomed to fulfilling government contracts. The contract's accommodation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) indicates an approachable entry point for companies seeking to expand into international government markets. Firms specializing in logistics and distribution across multiple territories might also find favourable prospects given the widespread delivery locations. Additionally, businesses that are adept at navigating open procurement procedures could leverage this experience to enhance their market reach and reputation within public sector supply chains.

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Notice Title

Purchase of Mattresses British Embassy Baghdad

Notice Description

Purchase of 100 mattresses for British Embassy Baghdad

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3e64cae2-7fb0-4e1c-b107-ccd6050a3ecb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4d33378-efc0-4ed9-9115-86020254ada5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39143112 - Mattresses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,197 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,197 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 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
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Contact Email
mnlprocurement@fcdo.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

PINEAPPLE FURNITURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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