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Supply and Installation of Two units of Chillers at the British High Commission in Dhaka (Bangladesh)

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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05 Mar 2026 at 08:25

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24 Feb 2026 at 15:14

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10 Feb 2026 at 04:32

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office involves the supply and installation of two HVAC chiller units at the British High Commission in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically HVAC packages, and utilises the direct award method. The contract, valued at £191,558, was signed on 26 February 2026 and is active from 9 March 2026 to 9 September 2026. As Confidence Trade Ltd. is the sole authorised dealer for TRANE equipment in Dhaka, it was awarded the contract to ensure compatibility and reliable maintenance in line with existing infrastructure standards.

This procurement provides excellent opportunities for suppliers of specialised HVAC systems who can demonstrate exclusive dealership rights and technical compatibility with pre-existing installations. Businesses focusing on HVAC solutions, particularly those associated with TRANE equipment, can leverage such contracts to expand their market presence in strategic locations like Bangladesh. Through offering reliable post-installation services, suppliers not only meet specification requirements but also establish long-term partnerships with governmental entities, further enhancing business growth potential.

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Notice Title

Supply and Installation of Two units of Chillers at the British High Commission in Dhaka (Bangladesh)

Notice Description

The British High Commission (BHC) in Dhaka (Bangladesh) requires supply and installation of two units of HVAC Chiller, to be installed at the office compound. Scope of Work includes: * Supply and installation of two units of HVAC Chiller. * Standard Warranty: 12 months from commissioning or 18 months from shipment whichever comes earlier. * Post-Warranty Maintenance Programme.

Procurement Information

The contracting authority intends to award a contract for the supply, installation and maintenance of TRANE make chiller systems. Confidence Trade Ltd (CTL) has been identified as the sole authorised dealer in Dhaka (Bangladesh) for TRANE equipment and is therefore the only supplier able to provide the required goods in accordance with the manufacturer's standards. As TRANE systems are already in use at the site, procuring from the authorised dealer ensures compatibility with existing infrastructure and continued access to genuine parts, valid warranties, and compliant maintenance services. Market research found no alternative suppliers able to meet these requirements. The authority is therefore proceeding with a direct award in line with the relevant provisions of the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064bc7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019727-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42512300 - HVAC packages

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£191,558 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£191,558 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 9 Sep 2026 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

CONFIDENCE TRADE LTD. (CTL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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