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Purchase of Vehicle for British High Commission Apia

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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10 Mar 2026 at 07:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has awarded a contract for the purchase of a vehicle for the British High Commission in Apia, Samoa. The procurement process was completed under a limited competition method, with the award stage finalised on 10th March 2026. This contract commenced on 1st February 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2026, with a value amounting to £56,079.11. The procurement falls in the category of goods, specifically motor vehicles, to replace an outdated fleet car. The procurement was conducted below the threshold, thus employing limited competition according to the legal framework stipulated by the UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses involved in the motor vehicle industry, particularly those capable of catering to international requirements such as in Samoa. Organisations with a robust knowledge of vehicle sales, maintenance, and international logistics may find this procurement beneficial. Large-scale suppliers like ASCO Motors Toyota Tsusho (Samoa) Ltd were successful in this instance, indicating that businesses with a significant presence and capability to deliver in remote locations have a competitive edge. Companies seeking expansion in niche markets such as governmental fleet supply would be well-suited to pursue similar opportunities. The contract demonstrates potential for future tenders with similar requirements, offering robust possibilities for international trade relationships and business expansion.

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Notice Title

Purchase of Vehicle for British High Commission Apia

Notice Description

Purchase of fleet car for British High Commission Apia to replace the current one due to high mileage and representationally inappropriate physical condition.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0665ca
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021111-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34100000 - Motor vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£56,079 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 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

ASCO MOTORS TOYOTA TSUSHO (SAMOA

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