Tender

Provision of Security Service to the British Embassy Juba, South Sudan

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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Tender

15 Sep 2025 at 13:36

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is conducting an open procurement process for the provision of security services at the British Embassy in Juba, South Sudan. This tender aims to secure a contract for comprehensive 24-hour guard protection at two residential compounds associated with the Embassy, including the deployment of a Quick Reaction Force and technical support. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically security services, and the total estimated contract value is GBP 1,000,000. Interested parties should be aware that the tender period closes on 10th October 2025, with the contract expected to commence on 1st March 2026. Queries regarding the tender must be submitted by 6th October 2025, and the anticipated award date is 30th November 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the security services industry, particularly those with experience in providing comprehensive security solutions in volatile regions. Companies specialising in maintaining the safety of personnel and property, offering rapid response capabilities, and possessing technical support expertise are well-suited to compete. The procurement is open to SMEs and offers the potential for contract extensions of up to two additional years beyond the initial three-year term. The technical and commercial criteria, weighted at 70% and 30% respectively, emphasize the importance of a competitive yet quality-driven approach to submissions, offering a highly advantageous opportunity for businesses looking to expand their presence in international markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Security Service to the British Embassy Juba, South Sudan

Notice Description

Provision of Security Guarding Service to British Embassy Juba, South Sudan. British Embassy Juba is seeking to re-tender the contract for the provision of 24-hour guard protection for its two residential compounds. To provide 24-hour security for HMG Juba residential compounds to include a Quick Reaction Force and some technical support.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: British Emabassy Juba, is within a volatile region and there maybe security risks that may require unique services to keep the personnel and property safe.

Renewal: Additional 1 + 1 years for the provision of security guarding services to British Embassy Juba.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059a66
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056608-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-02-01

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
Jennifer Emodi
Contact Email
jennifer.emodi@fcdo.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
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

Notice Documents

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