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The Provision of Security Guarding Services to the British Embassy in Sofia

Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

03 Oct 2024 at 12:36

Award Notice
Tender

09 Feb 2024 at 13:48

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has awarded a contract for the provision of security guarding services at the British Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria. This procurement, following a selective restricted procedure, is classified under the Guard services industry (CPV code 79713000). The final contract, valued at BGN 5,536,714.06, was awarded on 2 September 2024 to Force Delta OOD. The overall procurement process began with a tender release and concluded with the awarding of the contract in October 2024. The engagement is poised to last for an initial period of three years with two optional one-year extensions, ultimately extending to September 2027 or 2029 if extended.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those experienced in international assignments. The requirements highlight a substantial valuation, considering both technical and cost aspects with a 70:30 ratio favouring quality over price. SMEs like Force Delta OOD are evidently competitive in this sector, underscoring their suitability. Companies with robust service delivery frameworks, experienced personnel and the capability to adhere to high-quality standards are well-positioned to vie for such lucrative contracts, fostering potential for business growth and international market expansion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of Security Guarding Services to the British Embassy in Sofia

Notice Description

Contract for the Provision of Security Guarding Services to the British Embassy in Sofia.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Provision of Security Guarding Services to the British Embassy in Sofia.

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, giving the Contract a maximum expiry date of 30 September 2029

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0438dc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031693-2024
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
SME

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
£2,445,669 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,445,669 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£5,536,714 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2024 - 30 Sep 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

Force Delta OOD

Further Information

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