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Renovation of 8 bathrooms and routine maintenance at the British High Commission Residential Lusaka

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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05 May 2025 at 13:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office involved the renovation of eight bathrooms and routine maintenance at the British High Commission Residence in Lusaka. This procurement falls under the industry category of construction work for commercial buildings. Located in London, the procurement reached the award stage, with the contract being awarded on 13th November 2024. The project commenced on 18th November 2024 and is set to conclude by 30th January 2025. Conducted through an open procedure method aimed at below-threshold contracts, this process was described as complete by its end date on 24th October 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction and refurbishment sectors, particularly those with experience in working on residential properties of a high standard. Although not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, companies with the capacity to manage substantial refurbishment projects have the potential for growth through similar international contracts. The awarded supplier, DALIMOF GENERAL DEALERS AND CONTRACTORS LIMITED based in Lusaka, exemplifies the benefits for large enterprises capable of meeting the demanding expectations of such prestigious projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Renovation of 8 bathrooms and routine maintenance at the British High Commission Residential Lusaka

Notice Description

1. Renovation of 8NO. bathrooms at the High Commissioner Residence 2. Routine Maintenance and refurbishment of the entire Residence.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3078b7f2-1120-431d-a581-b84077edf575
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45213100 - Construction work for commercial buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£108,214 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
18 Nov 2024 - 30 Jan 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DALIMOF GENERAL DEALERS AND CONTRACTORS

Further Information

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