Award

Office Fit-out Works, British Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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Award

18 Dec 2024 at 16:37

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has completed the procurement process for office fit-out works at the British Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania, under the industry category of building construction work. The project involves minor construction, mechanical and electrical works, security upgrades, and decoration, with the ground floor designated as the Embassy and the first floor as a family residence. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. Key dates include the contract start on 6th December 2024 and the end on 15th September 2025. The final award was published on 18th December 2024, with the awarded contract valued at £1,663,529 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and fit-out works, particularly those with experience in diplomatic and security-sensitive projects. The opportunity is especially advantageous for UK-based SMEs, as the procurement was designed to be suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises. Concept Building Services (Southern) Ltd was awarded the contract, denoting the competitive environment for high-quality and experienced contractors in this sector. Leveraging expertise in building construction and security enhancements can position businesses well for similar future opportunities with governmental organisations.

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Notice Title

Office Fit-out Works, British Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania

Notice Description

The works contract awarded relates to the reconfiguring of the Embassy building in Nouakchott, Mauritania. Minor construction works will be required, M&E works, security works and decoration. The Ground Floor will be the Embassy. The 1st Floor will be a family residence.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a71bb58d-b10b-489c-8904-9fe6baf2123c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e9f31ce-104c-4103-b73a-1b4b3a94a5ae
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,663,529 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,663,529 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
6 Dec 2024 - 15 Sep 2025 6-12 months
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
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial.esndcategories@fcdo.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
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

CONCEPT BUILDING SERVICES (SOUTHERN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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