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The Provision Of Protocol Visits team and VIP Transport Contract

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

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10 Dec 2019 at 15:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office has completed the procurement process for the provision of VIP Chauffeur Services as part of the "Provision Of Protocol Visits team and VIP Transport Contract." The contract, valued at £1,075,000, is classified under road transport services and is primarily located in the London area, although it may include services across other UK regions. The contract period runs from 14 December 2019 to 13 December 2022. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, and the tender period closed on 21 June 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in transportation and chauffeur services. Companies that excel in providing high-quality, reliable transport solutions for high-profile clients will find this contract aligned with their capabilities. Given the prestigious nature of the client, those with experience in the VIP services sector and a strong operational base in London will be particularly well-positioned to compete.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision Of Protocol Visits team and VIP Transport Contract

Notice Description

1.1 The Authority "Foreign & Commonwealth Office," has a requirement for the provision of high quality VIP Chauffeur Services for Official Visitors to the United Kingdom. The requirement will primarily originate within the London (M25) area, however may include visits and meetings around UK regions. The Service required includes the booking / reservation of individual requirements and the provision of both vehicles and drivers. 1.2 The VIP Chauffeur service provided by the successful supplier will be provided to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) Protocol Directorate, as well as any other FCO Department with a business need for VIP Chauffeur Services. Additionally, the service will be provided for FCO Services (FCOS) - a trading fund of the FCO, which provides support and technical services across Government.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f0a0b98a-ff63-454b-bd28-4387963d839c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fea2c82-9aa9-497b-b748-62b4cadffde2
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60100000 - Road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,075,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,075,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jun 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Oct 20196 years ago
Contract Period
14 Dec 2019 - 13 Dec 2022 3-4 years
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 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

TRAVELHIRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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