Maintenance of Security Gates and Blockers for British Embassy Doha

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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17 Jun 2026 at 08:46

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has completed the procurement process for the maintenance of security gates and blockers at the British Embassy in Doha. The project falls under the services category, specifically focusing on the repair and maintenance of security equipment. The buyer, located in London, utilised a limited competition procurement method, catering to below-threshold values. The contract was awarded on 17th June 2026, with the active contract period starting from 16th June 2026 to 15th June 2029. The potential for extension reaches up to 15th June 2031. This procurement is significant for the Asia Pacific, Middle East and North Africa regions, as coordinated by the FCDO's Regional Procurement Hub.

This tender presents excellent opportunities for businesses specialising in security system maintenance, particularly those capable of operating in international locations such as Qatar. Companies like Qatar Security Systems Company, who were awarded the contract, are well-suited due to their experience in handling large-scale security operations and infrastructure. The contract value of £34,481.89 indicates a lucrative opportunity for businesses to expand their portfolio in government-related maintenance projects, making it an attractive prospect for firms seeking growth in the public sector within the Middle Eastern market.

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Notice Title

Maintenance of Security Gates and Blockers for British Embassy Doha

Notice Description

The British Embassy Doha seeks to appoint a qualified supplier to ensure the ongoing operational availability, maintenance, and reliability of its mechanical security access infrastructure. This includes security blockers, motorised gates, and turnstiles located within the Embassy compound.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b692
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056927-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50610000 - Repair and maintenance services of security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£34,481 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
15 Jun 2026 - 15 Jun 2029 3-4 years
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

QATAR SECURITY SYSTEMS COMPANY Q.S.S.

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