Tender

Africa Hub_Lilongwe Provision of Security Guarding Services at the British High Commission

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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Tender

16 Oct 2024 at 13:33

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office is inviting tenders for the provision of security guarding services at the British High Commission in Lilongwe. This procurement falls under the industry category of security services (CPV 79710000). The contracting process is currently at the tender stage, with an open procedure (above threshold) being utilised. The tender was published on 16 October 2024, and the deadline for submission is 18 November 2024. The contract is expected to commence on 1 March 2025 and conclude on 29 February 2028. The geographical location relevant to this tender includes both Lilongwe and London, where the buying organisation is based.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in security services. Companies experienced in providing comprehensive and reliable security solutions are well-suited to compete. Although the opportunity is not specifically tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, larger enterprises with a robust infrastructure for security management will find this contract particularly advantageous. Winning this tender can enhance brand reputation and provide stable, long-term revenue through a high-profile government contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Africa Hub_Lilongwe Provision of Security Guarding Services at the British High Commission

Notice Description

Africa Hub_Lilongwe Provision of Security Guarding Services at the British High Commission

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-90fcb729-c34d-4f2c-96a9-c2365c061f44
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a7734c0-5ca9-46ff-8336-609f16bd5433
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
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
16 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 29 Feb 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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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