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Purchase of Fleet Vehicle for British Embassy Abu Dhabi

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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18 Mar 2026 at 03:25

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) involves the purchase of a fleet vehicle for the British Embassy in Abu Dhabi. This falls under the industry category of motor vehicles, with Emirates Motor Owned by Al Fahim selected as the supplier. The procurement method followed was a limited competition due to the below-threshold classification. The award stage has been completed, with the contract signed on 12th March 2026 and set to end by 31st March 2026. The transaction, valued at £70,595.91 GBP, is considered complete, with delivery situated in the United Arab Emirates.

This procurement offers opportunities for businesses involved in the automotive industry, particularly those capable of supplying fleet vehicles under limited competition. Companies with the requisite scale and regional presence, similar to Emirates Motor Owned by Al Fahim, are well-positioned to participate in similar tenders. Engaging with government bodies like the FCDO creates potential for long-term business growth by establishing significant stature and experience in supplying to high-profile international locations. Business development could be enhanced through close collaboration with public authorities, offering a strategic path to expanding market reach and ensuring compliance with specific regulatory frameworks.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of Fleet Vehicle for British Embassy Abu Dhabi

Notice Description

Purchase of Fleet Vehicle for the British Embassy in Abu Dhabi

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066cd2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024316-2026
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
£70,595 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
12 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

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

EMIRATES MOTOR OWNED BY AL FAHIM

Further Information

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