Catering services for British Embassy Dublin

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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23 Jun 2026 at 11:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, situated in London, United Kingdom, has completed its procurement process for catering services for the British Embassy in Dublin. This contract, identified by its title, "Catering services for British Embassy Dublin," falls under the services industry category, specifically catering services (CPV code 55520000). The process adhered to a limited procurement method due to its value being below the threshold, resulting in limited competition. The procurement stage was marked as complete as of 23rd June 2026, with the contract period extending from 28th May 2026 to 30th June 2026.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialised in event catering, particularly those with a foothold or interest in expanding within the UK or Irish markets. The successful supplier, Dimond & Walsh Hospitality Ltd T/A Lily & Wild, headquartered in Kildare Town, Ireland, showcases how small to medium enterprises can effectively compete in government procurement, especially in niche service areas. Companies capable of delivering bespoke, high-quality catering services for diplomatic and official functions would be well-positioned for similar future opportunities. The limited yet targeted competition process underscores the importance of maintaining a strong profile and connections within specific geographical and professional domains.

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Notice Title

Catering services for British Embassy Dublin

Notice Description

Event catering services for British Embassy in Dublin

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06baf3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058897-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55520000 - Catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,950 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 May 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 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

DIMOND & WALSH HOSPITALITY LTD T/A LILY & WILD

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