Tender

Provision of Security Services to the British Embassy Bucharest

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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Tender

20 Feb 2025 at 14:05

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) is seeking tenders for the provision of security services to the British Embassy in Bucharest. This procurement falls under the security services industry category, with a project value of GBP 1,650,000. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a closing date for submissions set for 24 March 2025. The contract period will start on 1 November 2025 and run until 31 October 2028. The tender is being conducted through a restricted procedure and is targeted towards businesses that are already registered or willing to register on the FCDO’s e-procurement portal, JAGGAER ONE.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the security services sector. Companies that specialise in providing comprehensive security solutions and have the capability to work internationally, including in British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the United Kingdom, are well-suited to compete. The requirement for two-factor authentication will necessitate firms to ensure they have the necessary technological infrastructure. By winning this contract, a business can enhance its portfolio with a prestigious client and potentially secure further engagements with government entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Security Services to the British Embassy Bucharest

Notice Description

Security - Provision of Security Services to the British Embassy Bucharest Additional information: In order to participate and gain access to the PQQ documents, potential suppliers should access the FCDO's e-procurement portal, JAGGAER ONE, available via the below link. URL: https://fcdo.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html Once logged in, search for project reference 12065/PQQ 1833 If a potential supplier is not registered on the portal, click the link above (or copy and paste the link into your web browser) to be taken to the home page. Click the "Click here to register!" button, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete registration. Registration takes approximately 5 minutes and is free of charge. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) Potential suppliers should note that two-factor authentication will be required to access the FCDO's e-procurement portal, JAGGAER ONE, which requires Google Authenticator to be downloaded onto a mobile device. For more information in relation to two-factor authentication, a guide can be accessed by clicking the link on the home page of the FCDO's e-procurement portal, JAGGAER ONE

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6d7b3435-0b14-4191-8cb5-7651669a9c70
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82ee99e8-deca-4120-bafb-d24b59dd0516
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£1,650,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2028 3-4 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 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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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