Planning

Handyman Services for British Embassy Muscat

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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Planning

23 Oct 2025 at 05:39

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is currently in the planning phase for a procurement process concerning handyman services at the British Embassy Muscat, Oman. With a focus on civil, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance tasks, this opportunity falls under the services industry category. Interested suppliers can engage in early market engagement to understand requirements and express interest by 29th October 2025. Subsequent notices will be released with further details anticipated on 5th November 2025. The contract period is expected to begin on 1st February 2026, concluding on 31st January 2028, with a possible extension until 2029.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses in maintenance and repair services, particularly those specialising in building installations. The tender is suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in civil engineering, electrical, and mechanical work. Participating in early engagement can allow businesses to tailor their offerings to meet the needs of a central government organisation, potentially leading to future work and robust business growth.

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Notice Title

Handyman Services for British Embassy Muscat

Notice Description

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) seeks to engage the market for a forthcoming Handyman Services contract at the British Embassy Muscat. This requirement will provide dedicated technicians for civil, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance tasks. The engagement aims to inform suppliers and encourage participation ahead of the formal tender process.

Planning Information

This early market engagement aims to gather information from the market regarding the capability to deliver a range of handyman services for the British Embassy Muscat. The purpose is to understand the market’s capacity, experience, and interest in providing these services. All relevant information pertaining to this market engagement is accessible through https://fcdo.bravosolution.co.uk/, project_12501 or pqq_1949. Deadline for submission of expressions of interest: 29 October 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d205
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067646-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45330000 - Plumbing and sanitary works

50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

50712000 - Repair and maintenance services of mechanical building installations

71311100 - Civil engineering support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
Regional Procurement Hub for Asia Pacific, Middle East and North Africa
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

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