This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

27 Jan 2026 at 07:19

Tender

20 Oct 2025 at 13:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has awarded a contract concerning the 'Provision of Hired Chauffeur Driven Vehicle Services for BE Paris'. This procurement involves transport services excluding waste transport, with the FCDO, located at King Charles Street, London, acting as the buying organisation. The location for the services is Paris, France, where the British Embassy requires the hiring of vehicles and chauffeurs. Commencing on 1st April 2026 and running until 31st March 2029, the procurement method was an open procedure, the contract spans over three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon service satisfaction. This specific contract has already moved through the tender and award stages, with the agreement signed on the 26th of January 2026 and having a total value of £291,917.53 GBP (net). The awarded supplier is Grande Remise Location.

This procurement offers substantial business growth opportunities, especially suited for large-scale transport service providers capable of supplying well-maintained vehicles with professional and punctual chauffeurs. Companies specialising in high-quality transport services can benefit from engaging with such high-value public sector contracts. Importantly, the procurement requires the supplier to adhere to detailed service metrics, including driver training, dress codes, and logistical responsibilities—aligning with the demanding requirements of a diplomatic setting. Businesses within the transport service industry looking to expand their portfolio in providing bespoke, high-standard services to government entities stand to gain significantly from participating in similar tenders.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Hired Chauffeur Driven Vehicle Services for BE Paris

Notice Description

This tender involves the hiring of vehicles along with professional drivers (chauffeurs) to provide transportation services. The service provider will supply well-maintained vehicles and qualified drivers to meet the transportation needs of the British Embassy in Paris, France.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will be extended if BE Paris is satisfied with the services and if KPIs are met.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cfba
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006873-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£295,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£295,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£291,917 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-11-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Postcode Area
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRANDE REMISE LOCATION

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