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Tender

21 Jul 2026 at 10:32

Summary of the contracting process

FCDO Services has initiated an open procurement process for the GMP Electrical & Mechanical Works 2026/2027 project in La Paz, Bolivia. The project involves comprehensive electrical and mechanical upgrades, such as upgrading lighting to LED standards, assessing the lightning protection system, and the replacement of key distribution boards and air conditioning units. The tender, classified under electrical and mechanical engineering installation works, is currently active and follows an open procedure (below threshold). Key dates include the tender period ending on 27th August 2026 and the contract period running from 30th September 2026 to 29th January 2027. The procurement is targeted broadly with a delivery location including British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in electrical and mechanical infrastructure projects to expand their international footprint and secure contracts in La Paz, Bolivia. Companies adept in electrical engineering installation with capabilities in modernising energy systems and HVAC technologies will find this contract beneficial for their portfolio. FCDO Services, a key player in the UK's public and international services, is managing the procurement, making it a credible and strategic opportunity for businesses aspiring to enhance their market presence and engage in vital infrastructure development projects abroad.

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Notice Title

GMP Electrical & Mechanical Works 2026/2027, La Paz, Bolivia

Notice Description

Works are essential electrical and mechanical upgrades, including testing and remedial works, replacement of key distribution boards, lighting upgrades to LED standards, and assessment of the lightning protection system. It also includes the replacement of selected air conditioning units and the installation of a new heating system across the property.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5a86e130-3394-4d25-bc9b-68b64ffd3d1f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf2b48aa-0cc7-4e4d-9cba-ecc880af4afd
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45315100 - Electrical engineering installation works

45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Sep 2026 - 29 Jan 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FCDO SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK19 7BH
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes North

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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