Planning

Sworn Diamond Expert position to the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Planning

03 Sep 2021 at 09:16

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

03 Sep 2021 at 09:14

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

01 Sep 2021 at 13:10

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is currently planning a tender for the position of Sworn Diamond Expert to assist with the inspection of rough diamond imports and exports in accordance with Kimberley Process requirements. The deadline for engagement in the planning phase is set for 24th September 2021, while the tender is classified under the industry category of services provided by business, professional and specialist organisations. The position will be delivered in London, United Kingdom, and is part of an initiative to ensure compliance and provide detailed reporting on diamond valuations.

This procurement opportunity is ideal for small and medium-sized enterprises with expertise in diamond valuation and compliance with international trade regulations. Businesses that specialise in gemology or related fields, as well as those with experience in government contracting, will find this tender particularly relevant. Engaging in this tender could provide a significant growth opportunity by establishing a partnership with a governmental authority, potentially leading to further contracts in public procurement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sworn Diamond Expert position to the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs

Notice Description

Sworn Diamond Expert position to the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs. As part of the Government Diamond Office's operating model, imports and exports of rough diamonds are inspected to ensure compliance with the Kimberley Process requirements. The role of a Sworn Diamond Expert involves attending these inspections accompanied by a staff member of the Government Diamond Office, valuating the import or export, and providing the Government Diamond Office with a detailed report. For more information please contact: KPUK@fcdo.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-62b85fc8-0e48-4cdc-a4f5-5476a889f42e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98721883-ad00-4726-a76f-b3c085f0ada3
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98110000 - Services furnished by business, professional and specialist organisations

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Sep 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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