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Procurement of a Contractor to build new British Embassy, Beijing

Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office

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Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) is initiating the procurement process for a contractor to build a new British Embassy in Beijing, classified under the construction work category. The process is currently in the planning and tender stages with key dates including market engagement set for ongoing 1-2-1 conversations with interested contractors. Initial plans include the demolition of existing embassy structures and construction of new office space, the Ambassador's Residence, staff accommodation, and related facilities. The procurement method includes early market engagement to gather feedback and understand contractor capabilities, with the main procurement planned for Spring 2025 and an anticipated award date in December 2025. Contractors interested in the procurement process must register via the FCDO's e-procurement portal.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, not only for large construction firms but also for companies offering architectural, engineering, and building consultancy services. Companies with experience in large-scale international construction projects, particularly those familiar with NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract, are well-suited for this tender. Engaging in this project allows businesses to form a strategic partnership with the FCDO, potentially positioning them for future international projects. The project's estimated value of £100 million underscores the extensive scope and potential business impact for participating contractors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of a Contractor to build new British Embassy, Beijing

Notice Description

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office ("FCDO") intend to engage the market in relation to this project as part of early market engagement activity in accordance with Regulation 40 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The purpose of this PIN is to initiate market engagement and is not being used as a call for competition. The purpose of this Corrigendum is to update the market on FCDO's market engagement approach for the Procurement of a Contractor to build new British Embassy, Beijing as detailed in FTS PIN 2024/S 000-026157: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026157-2024. Please note that market engagement will now take place in the form of 1-2-1 conversations with interested contractors instead of an event in Central London. Further details can be found in Section V1.3 of this Corrigendum.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-048ba6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031591-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Not Specified
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

Further Information

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