Tender

FCO Freetown, Sierra Leone, New Offices

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

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31 May 2019 at 10:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) is currently seeking expressions of interest for the construction of a new office building located at the Leicester Square Compound in Freetown, Sierra Leone. This procurement process is initiated as an open tender, with a total project value estimated at £9,000,000, and a deadline for submissions by 3rd July 2019. The contractor awarded this project is expected to start the contract on 16th March 2020, with completion targeted by 14th March 2022. Interested parties must register on the FCO's e-Procurement tool, e-Bravo, to gain access to tender documents and further information.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for construction companies, particularly those with experience in large-scale projects and the capability of serving as main contractors. SMEs specialising in construction are encouraged to participate, as the FCO is open to submissions from smaller firms for this contract, provided they meet the necessary qualifications set forth in the tender. Businesses that possess expertise in project management and adherence to international construction standards will find this project particularly relevant for expansion and growth in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FCO Freetown, Sierra Leone, New Offices

Notice Description

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) is seeking expressions of interest from experienced Contractors, to complete the construction of a new office building, at the Leicester Square Compound, Freetown, Sierra Leone. We are seeking submissions from companies who are capable of acting as main contractor, taking overall responsibility for construction. Submissions from subcontractors or suppliers for part of the works will not be considered. Further information can be found in the SQ which can be accessed via the FCO e-Procurement tool 'e-Bravo'. Jaggaer Please see the attached documentation 'How to Register on e-Bravo'. Additional information: In order to be considered for this project and access pre-qualification and/or tender information it is necessary that you register your company (including any relevant information requested) on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office procurement portal e-Bravo. Please see the attached 'How to Register' document.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c562612-bd16-4980-af61-eca675106049
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jul 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Mar 2020 - 14 Mar 2022 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
katherine.joslin@fco.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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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