Tender

GMP Fire Alarm Works Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

FCDO SERVICES

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Tender

07 May 2025 at 16:11

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by FCDO Services seeks to address "GMP Fire Alarm Works" in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This tender falls under the category of electrical engineering installation works and is seeking bidders to install fire detection and alarm systems at the office and residence in Addis Ababa. With an open procurement method for below-threshold competition, interested parties can submit their proposals electronically until 12:00 PM on 16th June 2025. The enquiry period closes earlier on 30th May 2025 at 5:00 PM. The work, valued at £700,000, is scheduled to start on 30th July 2025 and conclude by 30th November 2025, providing a comprehensive timeframe for successful bidders to complete their projects.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in electrical engineering and installation works, particularly those with expertise in safety system installations. Companies that are adept at handling international projects and can meet the specific requirements of operating in Addis Ababa will find this a suitable contract for expanding their portfolio to include work in Ethiopia. With central government as the buyer, this contract can enhance a company's credibility and visibility, encouraging growth through their association with a prestigious contracting authority. The open competition model also provides an equal footing for smaller enterprises to demonstrate their capabilities against larger firms.

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Notice Title

GMP Fire Alarm Works Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Notice Description

Install Fire Detection & Alarm System Works required at the Addis Ababa office and residence.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050e38
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019513-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45315100 - Electrical engineering installation works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jul 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FCDO SERVICES
Contact Name
Purchasing Enquiries
Contact Email
purchasingenquiries@fcdo.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 (0)1908 515789

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

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