ESFM: FM - Framework Contract - Provision of Plumbing services BHC Lusaka

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Notice Description

This procurement is for the provision of plumbing maintenance services and associated works for the British High Commission (BHC) Lusaka estate, covering both office and residential properties. The requirement is based on the Terms of Reference (ToR) and procurement plan, which define the scope, service standards, and performance expectations for a comprehensive plumbing maintenance contract. The objective is to ensure that all plumbing systems and infrastructure are safe, functional, compliant, and effectively maintained across the estate. Extent of Requirement The services will be delivered across 18 properties, including the BHC office, the High Commissioner's Residence, Leopards Green Compound, and standalone houses. The contract will be established as a multi-supplier framework with up to three (3) contractors, to ensure resilience, flexibility, and continuity of service delivery Scope of Goods, Services and Works The contractor(s) will provide all necessary labour, supervision, tools, materials, and equipment required to deliver plumbing services, including: * Routine and emergency plumbing maintenance * Repairs to pipework, drainage, and wastewater systems * Maintenance of geysers, pumps, boreholes, and water systems * Installation works, system upgrades, and new plumbing infrastructure * Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) * Fault finding and emergency repair works Service Delivery Requirements The services must be delivered on a continuous and demand-led basis, including: * 24/7 emergency response capability * Response to emergency incidents within approximately 2-3 hours, depending on severity * Provision of both reactive maintenance and planned preventative maintenance * Ability to support multiple sites simultaneously Contractors must ensure: * Safe and compliant operation of all plumbing systems * High-quality workmanship and efficient service delivery * Timely response to maintenance issues * Long-term sustainability of estate assets Contract Duration * Initial contract duration: 36 months * Optional extension: 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance of the appointed service providers.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Subject to satisfactory perfoemance of the appointed service providers

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Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ae99
Publication Source: Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053285-2026
Current Stage: Tender
All Stages: Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type: UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type: Standard
Procurement Category: Services
Procurement Method: Open
Procurement Method Details: Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability: Not specified
Awardee Scale: Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions: 50 - Repair and maintenance services
CPV Codes: 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value: £86,056 Under £100K
Lots Value: £86,056 Under £100K
Awards Value: Not specified
Contracts Value: Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date: 5 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline: 24 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date: Not specified
Award Date: Not specified
Contract Period: 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence: Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer: FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053285-2026
5th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

Notice URLs

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