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Gardening services for British High Commission in Valletta

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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25 Feb 2026 at 11:59

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office focuses on acquiring routine gardening services for the British High Commission properties in Valletta, Malta. This contract falls within the industry category of landscape gardening services, as denoted by the CPV classification 71421000. The process reached the award stage, with procurement conducted under a limited method below the threshold, indicating restricted competition. The procurement concluded with the awarding of the contract on 11th February 2026, with a period extending until 31st December 2027. The official award was published on 25th February 2026, involving a contract value of £77,655.72 exclusive of VAT and a gross amount of £91,633.75. The buyer is a central government public authority located in London, UK.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in landscape gardening, particularly those located in or with operations in Malta. The awarding of this contract to Medisun Landscapes Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise, underscores the potential for SMEs to secure business growth through government contracts. Companies well-suited to compete for similar tenders include those offering expertise in gardening services, with the capability to service international government properties. Leveraging such opportunities can facilitate expansion into government sectors and enhance credibility through associations with prestigious institutions like the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

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Notice Title

Gardening services for British High Commission in Valletta

Notice Description

Routine gardening services at British High Commission properties in Valletta, Malta.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065bde
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016827-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71421000 - Landscape gardening services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£77,655 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
11 Feb 2026 - 31 Dec 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
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

MEDISUN LANDSCAPES

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