This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

19 Dec 2024 at 14:59

Tender

08 Dec 2023 at 13:46

Planning

21 Jul 2023 at 16:26

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has concluded an award for the provision of new build office and refurbishment works at the British High Commission in Maputo, Mozambique, with G3 Systems Ltd being the successful contractor. This procurement, classified under the "Construction work" industry category, followed the restricted procedure in line with the Public Contract Regulations 2015. The contract, valued at £8,030,900.02, was signed on 19th December 2024. Key project objectives include ensuring quality workmanship, adherence to high health and safety standards, sustainable practices, and enhanced security. The contract covers the refurbishment of existing buildings, improvements to the gym, external landscaping, and the construction of a new single-storey extension building.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction and refurbishment sectors, particularly those with expertise in sustainable building practices and high-security infrastructure. SMEs with capabilities in delivering high-quality office environments, while ensuring safety and sustainability standards, are well-suited to compete for similar contracts. The engagement process included a selective procurement method, offering a stage-wise and regulated competition framework that encourages participation from capable contractors. By participating in such tenders, businesses can enhance their portfolios with international office construction and refurbishment projects, promoting business growth and visibility in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of New Build Office and Refurbishment Works - Maputo, Mozambique

Notice Description

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) awarded the contract to provide New Build Office and Refurbishment Works to the existing British High Commission in Maputo, Mozambique to G3 Systems Ltd. This Procurement Process was ran in accordance with the Restricted Procedure under Regulation 28 of the Public Contracts Regulation 2015.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) issued a Selection Questionnaire ("SQ") followed by the subsequent 'Invitation To Tender' (ITT) for the Procurement of a Contractor to provide New Build Office and Refurbishment Works to the existing British High Commission in Maputo, Mozambique in accordance with the UK Public Contract Regulations 2015 as amended by the Public Procurement (EU Exit) Regulations 2020. This Procurement Process was ran in accordance with the Restricted Procedure under Regulation 28 of the Public Contracts Regulation 2015. The FCDO has a requirement to build a single-storey extension and remodel of the existing British High Commission in Maputo, Mozambique. This project aims to provide a modern, functional office for all FCDO operations in Maputo. Key project objectives included: 1. Quality - Good workmanship to provide a good quality working environment; the finish construction should be free from defects and able to meet the operational needs of the department. 2. High standard of Health and Safety - The management of the works is to be in accordance with the UK CDM Regulations 2015. 3. Sustainability - Improve the compounds sustainability practice. Best practice for sustainability standards are to be implemented including reaching a BREEAM target of "Good" 4. Security - Security is to be maintained at all times during the construction works, whilst maintaining BHC Security operations. The FCDO sought to appoint a Principal Contractor to deliver the Scope of Works comprising: * Refurbishment of the BHC Main Building and Guardhouses * Improvements to Gym Building * External landscape improvements * Construction of a new single storey extension building and connecting courtyard. Following the procurement process, G3 Systems Ltd were identified as having the Most Economically Advantageous Tender and awarded the contract to deliver the required works. Following the procurement process, G3 Systems Ltd were identified as having the Most Economically Advantageous Tender and awarded the contract to deliver the required works. Additional information: The requirement was procured via the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office's eprocurement portal: https://fcdo.bravosolution.co.uk. Suppliers who were not previously registered on the portal, who were interested in being considered for this opportunity, needed to self-register on the site in order to participate - registration is free and instantaneous.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03e474
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041013-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45210000 - Building construction work

45300000 - Building installation work

45453100 - Refurbishment work

71300000 - Engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£5,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£8,030,900 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
27 Oct 2023Expired
Award Date
19 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Postcode Area
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

G3 Systems Limited

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