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ISF Somaliland: International Election Observation Mission

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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17 Dec 2024 at 16:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has completed the procurement process for the "ISF Somaliland: International Election Observation Mission." This contract involves the independent observation and validation of the Somaliland Presidential and Political Parties elections scheduled for 13 November 2024. The objective of the contract is to provide an objective, impartial, and balanced assessment of the electoral process to increase public trust in the delivery and results of the elections. The procurement method used was a limited, negotiated procedure without prior publication, above the threshold, with a total contract value of £279,909. The tender was active from 21 August 2024 to 31 March 2025, covering multiple locations, including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and other international regions. The procurement falls under the industry category of services to the community (CPV code: 75200000).

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses with expertise in international election observation and validation, as well as those capable of providing comprehensive electoral process assessments, will find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. Additionally, the tender conditions encourage the involvement of large-scale organisations such as UCL Consultants Limited, which was the awarded supplier. This contract enables companies to demonstrate their commitment to impartial public service projects and to enhance their reputations on a global scale.

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Notice Title

ISF Somaliland: International Election Observation Mission

Notice Description

Independent observation and validation of the Somaliland Presidential and Political Parties elections scheduled for 13 November 2024, providing an objective, impartial and balanced assessment of the electoral process. The Contract aims to increase public trust in the delivery and results of the Somaliland elections.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4cceeb44-bd92-4034-a2cd-c898aa02bba6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9fcbb3dd-d4bc-41aa-a3b0-e40f25f60b79
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75200000 - Provision of services to the community

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£279,909 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
17 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 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
Not specified
Contact Email
supplier.engagement@fcdo.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0

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

UCL CONSULTANTS

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