Tender

Purchase of Heating Fuel Berlin

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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Tender

03 Jun 2026 at 12:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has initiated an open procedure tender for the "Purchase of Heating Fuel Berlin," targeting the procurement of heating oil for the British Embassy in Berlin, Germany. This tender falls within the goods category and requires precise compliance with CPV code 09135100 for Heating oil. The total estimated contract value is £416,891.04, and interested parties must submit their bids via email by 4th July 2026, with the award announcement expected by 10th July 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st August 2026 and will run until 31st July 2029, with a possible 12-month extension, underscoring the project's longevity and significance within the industry.

This procurement exercise presents a promising opportunity for businesses adept in supplying heating fuel, especially those licensed and registered in Germany. Companies with strengths in cost-competitive bidding will find this tender appealing due to its emphasis on commercial criteria, weighted at 100%. As the contracting authority appreciates the capabilities of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), this tender is particularly suitable for such entities looking to expand their foothold within the European market. Participating in this tender could not only enhance business portfolios but also establish strong international trade relations with a reputable public authority.

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Notice Title

Purchase of Heating Fuel Berlin

Notice Description

Purchase of heating fuel for British Embassy in Berlin

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ac7a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052366-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy


CPV Codes

09135100 - Heating oil

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£416,891 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£416,891 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
4 Jul 20261 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-05-20

Notice Status

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

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

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