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CS-Events - Fresh produce for official events at HMA Residence for the British Embassy in Washington

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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29 Apr 2026 at 17:46

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has completed the procurement process for the supply of fresh produce for official events at the British Embassy in Washington. Operating under the category of public authority – central government, the limited competition procurement method was used for this goods tender, aimed at supporting the Embassy's catering needs with fruits and vegetables. The contract was awarded to Baldor, a supplier from New York, on 29th April 2026, and the engagement starts on 1st May 2026, concluding on 30th April 2027. This contract, valued at GBP 37,816.19, marks the completion of the procurement process with all activities related to the tender successfully wrapped up.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply of fresh produce, particularly small and medium enterprises keen to expand their market reach internationally. Suppliers with strong logistical capabilities to ensure timely delivery of quality goods to embassies or high-profile government residences would find this contract particularly suitable. Businesses already operating within the agricultural sector and dealing with cereals, potatoes, vegetables, fruits, and nuts may see this as a valuable addition to their business growth strategy, especially those considering establishing a presence in transatlantic government ties.

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Notice Title

CS-Events - Fresh produce for official events at HMA Residence for the British Embassy in Washington

Notice Description

Fresh produce, including fruit and vegetables, for use in the Residence kitchen to support catering for official Residence events, delivered on an as-needed basis and offering value for money.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068e9b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039535-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products


CPV Codes

03200000 - Cereals, potatoes, vegetables, fruits and nuts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£37,816 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 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
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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

BALDOR

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