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WE_670- Georgia Security Services

BRITISH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The British Council, a sub-central government public authority located at 1 Redman Place, London, has issued an open competition tender titled "WE_670- Georgia Security Services." This procurement, which falls under the public security services category, aims to secure Security Services for the British Council in Georgia. The tender is in the active stage, with all submissions due by 24th February 2026, and any enquiries to be submitted by 16th February 2026. The contract will commence on 9th March 2026 and is intended to run until 8th March 2028, with potential extensions up to 2032.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those with experience in international operations. With a contract value up to £104,000, this project is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, providing growth potential in a new market. The open procurement method encourages competition, allowing eligible businesses to register electronically and submit proposals. Companies adept in providing comprehensive security solutions and meeting the British Council's standards should consider participating in this tender to expand their service offerings internationally.

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Notice Title

WE_670- Georgia Security Services

Notice Description

The supply of Security Services to the British Council in Georgia

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061302
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009341-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75241000 - Public security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£104,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£104,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2026Today
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 8 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Joshua Damsell
Contact Email
joshua.damsell@britishcouncil.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

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