This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

28 May 2026 at 06:52

Tender

11 Sep 2025 at 09:34

Summary of the contracting process

The British Council, operating under the classification of a sub-central government public authority, has recently awarded a contract for FM (Facility Management) services in Nairobi, Kenya. This contracting process, identified by the ID 050000-2026 and marked as complete on 28th May 2026, focused on providing fire-prevention services, showcasing an industry category centred around service provision. The procurement method employed was an open competition, specifically tailored for opportunities below the threshold. The contract, which involves Kusoya Limited as the awarded supplier, is set to last from 20th April 2026 to 19th April 2028, with a possibility of renewal contingent on satisfactory delivery.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in facility management and fire-prevention services, particularly those located in or operating within Kenya. The involvement of a reputable organisation such as the British Council in the procurement process enhances credibility, offering a platform for business expansion and networking within the public sector. The contract's manageable scale, marked by a gross value of GBP 13,920, underscores its suitability for small and medium-sized enterprises looking to establish or grow their footprint in the area of essential service provision in international locations.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

FM Services Kenya

Notice Description

Fire and safety services Nairobi Kenya

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059853
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050000-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

75251110 - Fire-prevention services

79993000 - Building and facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£12,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
29 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
20 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KUSOYA

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