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Provision of Eurotunnel Train Services

FCDO SERVICES

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20 Nov 2025 at 16:49

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the provision of Eurotunnel Train Services was conducted by FCDO Services, a central government public authority based in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom. The procurement process falls within the services industry category, specifically focusing on tunnel operation services. The procurement method used was direct, under the category "Below threshold - without competition," with the tender process having reached the award stage. The contract, identified by ID PNU1007448, was signed on 9th October 2025, with a contract period starting on 10th October 2025 and ending on 31st March 2027. The contract has been awarded to EUROTUNNELPLUS LTD from Folkstone, Kent, with a total value of £80,000.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for large-scale businesses involved in transportation and infrastructure services, particularly those specialising in tunnel operations. Companies with the capability to manage and provide efficient train services through the Eurotunnel would find themselves well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging in such contracts can drive business growth by expanding service portfolios and establishing valuable relationships with government bodies. Opportunities like this can serve as a springboard for further public sector engagements, enabling businesses to build credibility and enhance their market presence.

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Notice Title

Provision of Eurotunnel Train Services

Notice Description

Provision of Eurotunnel Train Services as required

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e5df
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075833-2025
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

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63712320 - Tunnel operation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£80,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
9 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FCDO SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK19 7BH
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EUROTUNNELPLUS

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