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Provision of Flag Car for British Embassy Seoul

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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08 May 2025 at 05:51

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Flag Car for British Embassy Seoul" was conducted by the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office, based in London. This contract, classified under the industry category "Motor vehicles," involves the delivery of goods across various locations, including the United Kingdom and the British Overseas Territories. The process followed an open procurement method under an open procedure below the threshold, with the tendering phase concluding on 1st November 2024. The contract award was made active on 20th November 2024, with the actual award notice published on 8th May 2025. The contract period spans from 11th November 2024 to 31st March 2025.

This tender presents growth opportunities particularly for businesses in the automotive industry. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were considered suitable bidders, although the contract was ultimately awarded to Jaguar Land Rover Korea, a large-scale supplier. The open procedure allowed competitive bidding, offering a chance for businesses with expertise in supplying motor vehicles to expand their reach internationally, focusing on diplomatic and governmental clients. Such contracts can enhance a business's portfolio, demonstrating capability to service prestigious clients like embassies.

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Notice Title

Provision of Flag Car for British Embassy Seoul

Notice Description

Provision of Flag Car for British Embassy Seoul.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cd6ec370-c12b-42d7-be0a-4a729ce06bde
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/adaf57fd-6834-4289-bbe4-6e3a767ba676
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34100000 - Motor vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£86,445 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£86,445 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
11 Nov 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 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
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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
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

JAGUAR LAND ROVER KOREA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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