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Provision of armed mobile security and residential security team for the British Embassy in Tripoli

Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office

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03 Oct 2024 at 11:10

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24 Nov 2023 at 13:31

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Tender

21 Nov 2023 at 14:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) is re-tendering a contract for the provision of armed mobile security and a residential security team for the British Embassy in Tripoli. This tender, valued at £18,500,000 GBP, is classified under security services (CPV code 79710000) and covers services aimed at ensuring the safety of FCDO staff and associated personnel at the embassy. Potential bidders must be UK registered companies, and the procurement process is being conducted through a restricted procedure under the Defence and Security Public Contract Regulations 2011. The procurement is in the planning/tender stage, with bids due by 3rd January 2024. The new contract is expected to commence on 1st April 2024 for an initial period of three years, with the possibility of two one-year extensions.

This tender offers a substantial business opportunity, particularly for firms specialised in high-security environments and diplomatic protection services. Businesses that excel in delivering armed mobile and residential security with a focus on customer service, value for money, and the flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances will be well-suited to compete. Successful bidders will not only gain a prestigious client in the FCDO but also strengthen their presence in international security operations. This contract also presents a valuable opportunity for growth and networking within governmental and diplomatic circles, providing long-term stability and revenue through its potential five-year duration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of armed mobile security and residential security team for the British Embassy in Tripoli

Notice Description

Contract for the provision of armed mobile security and residential security team for the British Embassy in Tripoli.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of armed mobile security and residential security team for the British Embassy in Tripoli.

Options: The initial contract period is 3 years. The Authority has the option to extend the contract by an additional year a maximum of two times.

Renewal: The contract may be extended by a further two years in yearly increments; therefore, the maximum duration of the contract will be five (5) years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-041ba7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031662-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted 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
£18,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£18,500,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£17,598,336 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Aug 20242 years ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2024 - 31 Mar 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
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

GW Consulting (UK) Ltd

Further Information

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