Tender

Provision of freight and logistics services at the British High Commission Nairobi

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

17 Sep 2025 at 11:45

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

17 Sep 2025 at 11:29

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has initiated an open procurement process for the provision of freight and logistics services at the British High Commission in Nairobi. The contract, with an estimated value of GBP 139,230, falls under the services category and specifically relates to freight transport agency services. The deadline for submission of tenders is set for 14th October 2025, and the enquiry period concludes on 7th October 2025. This procurement is currently at the tender stage, with the contract anticipated to commence on 1st December 2025 and initially run until 31st December 2029. The opportunity includes potential for renewal, contingent upon satisfactory performance.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in logistics and freight services. Companies with expertise in customs regulations and a track record of efficiency in clearing and forwarding goods would be well-placed to compete. The project entails providing services without incurring storage charges, submitting detailed and timely shipment reports, and advising on customs and ports authority regulations. Successful bidders will benefit from a long-term engagement with a central government agency, enhancing their portfolio and boosting their credibility in the freight transport sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of freight and logistics services at the British High Commission Nairobi

Notice Description

The bidder shall at all times exercise reasonable care and professionalism in executing duties and shall act in good faith on behalf of the BHC while providing the clearing and forwarding services Clearing of consignments without incurring storage charges and demurrage or penalties by customs. Monitor each shipment and submit daily report showing clearance position and any other information until the cargo is cleared and delivered. Advice BHC on existing customs/KPA (Kenya Ports Authority) regulations and changes affecting clearance and handling of cargo.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059c23
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057301-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

63521000 - Freight transport agency services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£139,230 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£139,230 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
17 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
2029-08-17

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
Not specified
Contact Email
thabang.mokoena@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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