Tender

THE PROVISION OF SECURITY SERVICES IN AFGHANISTAN

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

23 Aug 2019 at 15:23

Tender Notice
Planning

19 Jul 2019 at 07:40

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) is seeking to procure security services in Afghanistan, titled "Provision of Security Services in Afghanistan." This procurement falls within the security services industry category and is currently in the planning stage, with a projected tender period ending on 26 September 2019. The contract duration is set for three years, with two potential 24-month extensions, commencing from 1 July 2020. Interested suppliers must submit their expressions of interest through the FCO's e-Procurement portal by the deadline and participate in a Supplier Day planned for 21 August 2019 in London.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those experienced in operating in challenging environments. Companies capable of providing static guarding, mobile operations, and quick reaction forces would be well-suited to compete. Given the FCO's aim to select between three to five bidders, there is potential for substantial growth for businesses that are able to demonstrate their capability in delivering high-quality security services tailored for the needs of the Foreign & Commonwealth Office in Afghanistan.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

THE PROVISION OF SECURITY SERVICES IN AFGHANISTAN

Notice Description

The FCO is seeking to procure the provision of security services in Afghanistan to ensure the safety and security of HMG and other personnel who come under FCO duty of care in-country. Services provided may include, but are not limited to: static guarding, mobile operations, quick reaction force, operational control, technical support, operational support and management services. We seek an experienced, capable and professional supplier to support the FCO in delivering its duty of care in a complex environment. The Contract Duration is: 3 years plus 2 plus 2 (i.e. 2 x 24 month optional extensions) Additional information: How to Express Interest in this Tender~: 1. Register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once) - Browse to the eSourcing Portal: https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk and click the link to register - Accept the terms and conditions and click 'continue' - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose and click 'Save' when complete - You will shortly receive an email with your unique password (please keep this secure) 2. Express an Interest in the tender - Login to the portal with the username/password - Click the 'PQQs / ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These are Selection Questionnaires or Invitations to Tender open to any registered supplier) - Click on the relevant PQQ/ ITT to access the content. - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. - This will move the PQQ /ITT into your 'My PQQs/ My ITTs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) -You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ ITT Details' box 3. Responding to the tender - Click 'My Response' under 'PQQ/ ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the PQQ/ ITT - There may be a mixture of online & offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available) You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the eTendering help desk. Project Number: 2980 PQQ Number: 804 Information about renewals: 84 months in duration/estimated timeframe. - Type of procedure: OJEU Restricted DSPCR - Limitations on the number of operators for ITT: envisaged number of bidders - between 3 and 5. Project Number: 2980 PQQ Number: 804

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7a95ba59-0778-448c-ab22-064784a9d980
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c671ecf3-4113-41e3-8968-a02f3d78ae89
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Aug 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
23 Sep 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2020 - 30 Jun 2023 2-3 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
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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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