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PROVISION OF VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR OFFICIAL VEHICLES AT BRITISH EMBASSY ADIDAS ABABA

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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10 Apr 2026 at 07:07

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Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has issued an open tender titled "Provision of Vehicle Maintenance Services for Official Vehicles at British Embassy Addis Ababa." This procurement is focussed on securing services in the repair, maintenance, and associated services for vehicles and related equipment, specifically within the services industry category. The project is located in Ethiopia, with the tender process at the active stage. Key dates include a tender period closing on 6th May 2026, and the award announcement expected by 30th June 2026. The procurement process follows an open procedure, inviting qualified businesses to participate and submit tenders electronically via specified methods. The contract is set to begin on 1st October 2026 and could extend up to 30th September 2029, contingent on performance.

This tender opens avenues for businesses specialising in vehicle maintenance and repair services, particularly those capable of handling diplomatic and operational vehicle fleets. Small to medium enterprises with expertise in preventative maintenance, bodywork, and emergency support services might find this contract particularly beneficial. The emphasis on technical and commercial evaluation criteria promotes competition centred on both quality and cost-efficiency. Such an opportunity is ideal for businesses looking to expand their operations in international settings, specifically in Ethiopia, and to establish long-term government contracts with a central government authority like the FCDO.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PROVISION OF VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR OFFICIAL VEHICLES AT BRITISH EMBASSY ADIDAS ABABA

Notice Description

The British Embassy in Addis Ababa operates a fleet of vehicles to enable the delivery of its official functions, including diplomatic, security, and operational activities. The fleet comprises light vehicles, SUVs, vans, pickup trucks, and fuel and freight trucks. To maintain operational continuity, safety, and regulatory compliance, these vehicles require ongoing preventative maintenance, mechanical and electrical repairs, bodywork services, and responsive emergency support.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract will be extended for 12 months subject to satisfactory performance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067f84
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032625-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£286,956 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£286,956 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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