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Redevelopment of the British Embassy in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan Project Management and Cost Management Services

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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29 Apr 2026 at 15:42

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office has awarded a contract for managing the redevelopment of the British Embassy in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, focusing on project management and cost management services. This procurement, classified under building services consultancy, was conducted via a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from the CCS Construction Professional Services RM6165 Framework. It reached the award stage, with the contract awarded on 5th May 2026, following tender closure on 10th April 2026. The contract will span from 5th May 2026 to 6th June 2029, highlighting the commitment to enhancing UK diplomatic infrastructure abroad. The awarded contract is valued at GBP 837,160.68 and involves delivery locations including the United Kingdom and various British Overseas Territories.

This project presents substantial opportunities for large-scale consultancy firms in the building services sector, as evidenced by the involvement of Ramboll UK Ltd, the contracted supplier. Businesses with expertise in project design, management, and cost evaluation stand to benefit from engaging with similar government contracts, especially those leveraging framework agreements for efficient procurement processes. Companies focusing on international project management and possessing the capability to operate globally may find such opportunities particularly conducive to expansion and elevating their market presence.

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Notice Title

Redevelopment of the British Embassy in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan Project Management and Cost Management Services

Notice Description

Redevelopment of the British Embassy in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan Project Design, Project Management and Cost Management Services Notice of the award of the contract via the CCS Construction Professional Services RM6165 Framework

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a31d1979-e5b9-4dd5-b915-708209152dac
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05597d09-8932-4b85-9c22-4afae5dc0c7a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71315210 - Building services consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£837,160 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£837,160 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 6 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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 2PA
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RAMBOLL UK (LTD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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