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Provision of Security Gates Maintenance Contract for British Embassy Abu Dhabi and British Embassy Dubai

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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17 Feb 2026 at 07:41

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), located in London, has awarded a contract for the provision of security gates maintenance services for the British Embassy in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. This procurement process, categorised under repair and maintenance services of security equipment, follows a limited competition method due to its below-threshold nature. The contract was awarded to MACE Trading LLC and is active from 16th February 2026, with the possibility of renewal up to 15th February 2028. The complete tender process concluded in compliance with UK legislation, particularly the UKPGA 2023/54, ensuring all procedural formalities were duly observed.

This tender presents strategic opportunities for businesses specialising in security equipment repair and maintenance services. Given the contract's focus on high-security infrastructure at prestigious embassy locations in the United Arab Emirates, firms with substantial experience and resources in servicing sophisticated security systems are poised to benefit significantly. Large businesses with the capacity to meet stringent quality and service standards will find this opportunity particularly rewarding. Additionally, the possibility of contract renewal offers long-term engagement prospects, encouraging sustainable business growth and enhancing their profile within international high-security contracting domains.

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Notice Title

Provision of Security Gates Maintenance Contract for British Embassy Abu Dhabi and British Embassy Dubai

Notice Description

Maintenance of mechanical security access infrastructure in the compounds of British Embassy Abu Dhabi and British Embassy Dubai

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065581
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014085-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50610000 - Repair and maintenance services of security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£22,757 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 15 Feb 2027 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
Regional Procurement Hub for APAC and MENA
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MACE TRADING

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