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17 Jul 2026 at 12:18

Summary of the contracting process

The British Council, a sub-central public authority based in London, is seeking a Field Support Partner for the EDGE Punjab Project in collaboration with UNICEF. This procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically event services, and will be delivered in Pakistan. It is currently at the tender stage with an open procurement method, allowing for competition below the threshold. Interested parties must submit their proposals by the tender period end date, 3rd August 2026. The value of the contract is estimated at £92,000 GBP, exclusive of VAT, with a potential maximum contract period ending on 19th March 2029, subject to performance-based renewal options.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, especially those specialising in event services that can deliver quality, methodological approaches, and competitive commercial terms. Enterprises with strong company profiles and safeguarding standards will find this contract particularly beneficial. The project requires capability in managing field support services, making it suitable for providers experienced with international collaborations and development projects. By engaging in this procurement, businesses can enhance their reputation and expand their operations across borders, specifically in the Pakistani market with potential partnerships with renowned organisations like UNICEF.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

NN14EES72026 - Field Support Partner for EDGE Punjab Project with UNICEF

Notice Description

Tender related to Field Support Partner for EDGE Punjab Project with UNICEF

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 21 months with an option for an extension for up to an additional 6 month based on performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cdd7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067801-2026
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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£92,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£92,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Aug 2026 - 19 Sep 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL
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
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

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