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Security Services British Embassy Alexandria

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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19 May 2025 at 02:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Security Services British Embassy Alexandria" is spearheaded by the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), located in London, England. This project falls under the classified industry category of security services, with a CPV code of 79710000. The contract extends across multiple regions including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. This tender, which was at the award stage as of 19th May 2025, was conducted using a direct procurement method known as single tender action below threshold. The procurement involves a complete status with a contract period starting on 1st January 2025 and concluding on 30th June 2025. The award for this contract was published most recently on 19th May 2025, indicating the contract value to be £48,646.89 GBP. The deadline for the tender period was on 25th November 2024.

With the procurement geared towards security services, this represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the security sector, especially those suited for direct contracts and single tender actions. As the project is open to regions both within and outside the UK, it provides expansive opportunities for growth and market reach. The contract's focus on delivering security services specifically caters to companies experienced in international operations and security logistics. Given the contract's suitability for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), it is particularly appealing for smaller businesses looking to expand their portfolio and establish a foothold in governmental security service provision. The awarded supplier for this contract is G4S Security Services (J.S.C), illustrating the competitive nature of the tender and the caliber of service expected from participants.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Security Services British Embassy Alexandria

Notice Description

Security Services British Embassy Alexandria

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-534b0b1b-fba1-4ab9-a7f0-c7fb793d1ec1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45182c3f-5925-4778-9e31-22fcb1d72cfe
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,456 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£48,646 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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
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

G4S SECURITY SERVICES (J.S.C

Further Information

Notice Documents

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