Tender

CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR THE PROVISION OF GROUND TRANSPORT SERVICES FOR MAJOR GOVERNMENT EVENTS

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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Tender

02 Mar 2021 at 10:34

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office is seeking consultancy services for ground transport during major government events, with a total budget of £2 million. This open tender, classified under transport systems consultancy services (CPV code: 71311200), is currently active and is anticipated to end on 12th March 2021. The contract period is set to commence on 1st April 2021 and extend until 31st March 2023. The services are required across various locations, including London and other regions within the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This procurement presents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in transport consultancy and event management services, particularly those with experience in coordinating logistics for high-profile events. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender particularly accessible, as indicated by the procurement authority's suitability criteria. Companies offering expertise in traffic management, security liaison, and operational support will be well-positioned to compete for this contract, enabling them to expand their client portfolio and increase their market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR THE PROVISION OF GROUND TRANSPORT SERVICES FOR MAJOR GOVERNMENT EVENTS

Notice Description

Consultancy services for the provision of ground transport for major events. To ensure an efficient and safe transport service by advising and helping to facilitate the movement of VIPs, delegations, press and HMG staff around and between venues. To produce a transport strategy and deliver the operational requirements: traffic management plans to minimise impact on vehicle routes; venue transport plans to direct the flow of vehicles and arrival/departures; provide operational staff to park vehicles and direct traffic; liaise with security stakeholders on vehicle access to secure zones and provide vehicle access passes. Additional information: Tender documents can be found on the Authority's eSourcing portal

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7de00a3d-7892-4a68-8c19-e200d8bd8d97
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25a65235-c7b8-4416-b6c3-72e4ff2ed39e
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2023 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 AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Contact Email
events.commercialenquiries@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, TLK South West (England), TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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