Award

CPG/3785/2020 Provision of Security Guarding Services in Buenos Aires, Argentina

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 May 2021 at 21:45

Tender

25 Jan 2021 at 23:08

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office is overseeing a public procurement process for the "CPG/3785/2020 Provision of Security Guarding Services" located in Buenos Aires, Argentina. This active tender, classified under guard services (CPV code: 79713000), aims to secure a three-year contract, with an option for a one-year extension, allowing for enhanced security provisions for personnel within the Authority's duty of care in the region. The tender period concluded on 5 March 2021, with bid opening on the same date, and the contract is set to run from 1 May 2021 to 30 April 2025, with a budget of £602,992.49.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those with capabilities in static and mobile guarding, quick reaction forces, and operational management. Businesses that are well-suited to compete include local and international security firms, as well as those with experience in providing reliable safety solutions within diplomatic contexts. Engaging in this tender could enhance their visibility in the market while fostering growth through a lucrative contract with a respected governmental body.

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Notice Title

CPG/3785/2020 Provision of Security Guarding Services in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Notice Description

The British Embassy in Buenos Aires, Argentina is seeking to procure a 3 year security guarding contract with the option to extend up to one (1) more period.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of Security services in Argentina to ensure the safety and security of all the personnel who come under the Authority duty of care in-country. The Services may include, but not be limited to: static guarding, mobile operations, quick reaction force, operational control, technical support, operational support and management services as further detailed in this Specification, together with any support incidental to such Services. Details on the scope of work may be find in the e-sourcing portal Bravo/ Jaggaer under Project number 5613 ITT 4253.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-028d36
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011268-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79713000 - Guard services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£602,992 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2021 - 30 Apr 2025 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ame.procurement2@fco.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 02070080932

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

PROSEGUR

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