Tender

The Manufacture, Printing and Storage of Logistics Bags and Wraps

FCDO SERVICES

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

26 Nov 2024 at 16:23

Tender Notice
Tender

25 Nov 2024 at 16:53

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

FCDO Services, a trading fund of the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), has initiated a tender process for the manufacture, printing, and storage of logistics bags and wraps. This procurement falls under the industry category of goods, specifically canvas items. The contract will cover the secure delivery of Diplomatic Mail and Commercial government shipments to approximately 280 posts in 179 countries for the next three years, starting from 1st April 2025, with an option to extend for up to an additional two years in 12-month increments based on performance. This tender uses a restricted procedure, requiring interested suppliers to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to participate. The deadline for tender submission is 7th January 2025, and invitations to the second stage will be issued on 16th January 2025.

This tender presents numerous opportunities for businesses specialising in goods production, particularly those experienced in handling secure diplomatic logistics. Companies capable of providing high-quality, durable canvas items and those with a background in secure delivery logistics are well-suited to compete. Participation in this tender will not only provide business growth through a steady contract with a reputable government entity but also enhance their portfolio by aligning with the prestigious and longstanding requirements of FCDO Services. Businesses must ensure compliance with the technical selection criteria specified in the procurement documents and adhere to the submission procedures through the specified electronic submissions platform.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Manufacture, Printing and Storage of Logistics Bags and Wraps

Notice Description

FCDO Services, as a trading fund of the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), has, as part of its remit, responsibility for the secure delivery of Diplomatic Mail and Commercial government shipments to approximately 280 Posts in 179 Countries and Islands around the world, a responsibility we have held for over 800 years. The Diplomatic Bag plays a pivotal role in ensuring UK government foreign policy is implemented and that our people remain safe, motivated, and informed. FCDO Services wishes to award a contract for the provision of Logistic Bags for the next three (3) years with the option to extend by a further two (2) extension periods of twelve (12) months each subject to satisfactory performance. This is a Restricted tender. To access this tender, suppliers are required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement with the Authority. Interested suppliers shall send an email to Corporate.ProfessionalServices@fcdo.gov.uk with the following details: Company Name Company number Registered office address Your email forms willingness to sign the NDA and participate in the tender. Once the NDA is signed, the supplier will then be invited to the tender on Jaggaer.

Lot Information

Lot 1

FCDO Services, as a trading fund of the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), has, as part of its remit, responsibility for the secure delivery of Diplomatic Mail and Commercial government shipments to approximately 280 Posts in 179 Countries and Islands around the world, a responsibility we have held for over 800 years. The Diplomatic Bag plays a pivotal role in ensuring UK government foreign policy is implemented and that our people remain safe, motivated, and informed. FCDO Services wishes to award a contract for the provision of Logistic Bags for the next three (3) years with the option to extend by a further two (2) extension periods of twelve (12) months each subject to satisfactory performance.

Renewal: This will be a 3- Year contract with an option to renew for another 24 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04be93
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038222-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials

CPV Codes

19212310 - Canvas items

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FCDO SERVICES
Contact Name
Regina Cliff-Afemari
Contact Email
corporate.professionalservices@fcdo.gov.uk, regina.cliff-afemari@fco.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK19 7BH
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes North

Further Information

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