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Security Services for British Consulate-General Alexandria

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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21 Oct 2025 at 02:25

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has completed a procurement process for the provision of security services titled "Security Services for British Consulate-General Alexandria." This contract falls under the services category and involves supplying two security guards and one supervisor for 24/7 coverage across three shifts at the former consulate in Alexandria, Egypt. The procurement was conducted using a direct method without competition, categorised as below threshold. The contract commenced on 1st July 2025 and is scheduled to end on 31st December 2025, with a potential extension of up to six months should it be required. This project relates to the sale of surplus assets and was governed by UK legal standards outlined in the legislative framework 2023/54. The total contract value is set at £49,625.15, with the contract having been signed on 29th May 2025.

This tender presented an opportunity primarily for businesses specialising in security and guard services, particularly those located in or able to operate within Egypt. It indicates market potential for large-scale security service providers like G4S Egypt, the contracted supplier, capable of offering on-the-ground security management and operations. Suppliers equipped to handle international projects with proficiency in providing seamless security solutions may find similar public procurement ventures advantageous, fostering growth through reliable contract execution. The well-defined roles and timelines in this contract present a clear avenue for businesses keen on expanding within governmental projects, especially in the security sector.

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Notice Title

Security Services for British Consulate-General Alexandria

Notice Description

Providing 2 security guards and 1 supervisor for 3 shifts for 8 hours each shift to make sure sure that the former Consulate is protected and secure 24/7 whilst ESND proceed with the sale of this surplus asset. The service will be needed until the sale of the premises is completed.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d048
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066911-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79710000 - Security services

79713000 - Guard services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£43,530 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

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
Not specified
Contact Email
mnlprocurement@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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

G4S EGYPT

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