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Provision of Security Guarding Services for the British Embassy in Lima

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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18 Nov 2021 at 16:51

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office has recently completed a procurement process for the provision of security guarding services at the British Embassy in Lima, classified under the security services industry. The tender process was opened and officially closed on 5th October 2021, with the contract awarded to Cautus Security on 8th November 2021. The total contract value is £390,000, with a contract duration starting from 1st December 2021 and ending on 30th November 2026. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, adhering to above-threshold requirements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in security services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses that have a proven track record in providing comprehensive security solutions and possess the capacity to operate internationally would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. Engaging in this sector could further enhance their capabilities and visibility in public procurement, fostering growth and potential collaboration with government entities.

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Notice Title

Provision of Security Guarding Services for the British Embassy in Lima

Notice Description

Notice of award of contract on the Provision of Security Guarding Services for the British Embassy in Lima to Cautus Security.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b3cde79e-95eb-40b2-a772-ac7f173a0bc4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/230dbb80-0629-46ae-ab81-8e75a1553c04
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£390,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£377,680 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2026 Over 5 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
Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office
Contact Email
ame.procurement2@fco.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HA
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

CAUTUS SECURITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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