Tender

Security Services British Embassy Amman

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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Tender

06 Feb 2026 at 11:32

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is actively seeking bids for the provision of security services at the British Embassy in Amman, Jordan. This tender is currently in the procurement stage with a focus on the services industry category. The procurement process is a competitive flexible procedure, conducted in two stages: the Selection Stage and the Invitation to Tender (ITT). Interested suppliers must express their interest by 4 March 2026, with the enquiry period concluding on 18 February 2026. The contract is slated to commence on 1 May 2026, and it will potentially extend until 2031, depending on performance evaluations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in security and guard services, especially those experienced in operating within international arenas. SMEs are encouraged to apply, and the procurement process prioritises quality and compliance, offering a platform for businesses to showcase their expertise. Engaging in this tender could lead to substantial growth for companies looking to expand their service offerings within the Middle East, backed by a robust client like the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. This contract, valued at £2,000,000, underscores a lucrative chance to establish long-term governmental partnerships and gain valuable exposure in a strategic location.

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Notice Title

Security Services British Embassy Amman

Notice Description

Provision for security services for British Embassy Amman. This contract will have a start date of 1 May 2026 and end 30 April 2029 with potential for extension for another two years on 12 month increments.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extensions can be exercised based on good perfomance against evaluation criteria during contract management. Year 4 option to extend: 1 August 2028 - 31 July 2029 Year 5 option to extend: 1 August 2029 - 31 July 2030

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0649e1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010865-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-01-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
Regional Procurement Hub
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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