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PA23 UK2 - Athens Residence Refurbishment PME

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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23 Jul 2026 at 12:03

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is leading a procurement for the refurbishment of the British Ambassador's Residence in Athens, titled "PA23 UK2 - Athens Residence Refurbishment PME." This project, falling under the works industry category with a CPV code for refurbishment work (45453100), is currently in the planning stage. Key activities include seismic strengthening and the incorporation of new services, such as a commercial kitchen and local audiovisual systems, with an estimated contract value of £8.9m to £9.4m. Suppliers are invited to submit their interest through a Preliminary Market Engagement Questionnaire by 3rd August 2026, with market engagement meetings scheduled between 10th and 28th August 2026 in London.

This tender offers significant opportunities for contractors with experience in complex refurbishments, especially those familiar with heritage and diplomatic settings. SME-friendly, the contract will follow an NEC4 ECC Option A with Option X22 in a two-stage procurement process. Businesses with the capability to meet high-quality standards in accordance with UK regulations, including completion of local police checks for security vetting, will find this opportunity promising for growth. The procurement and subsequent contracting process is expected to commence formally with future notices issued by late September 2026, providing ample time for interested parties to prepare submissions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PA23 UK2 - Athens Residence Refurbishment PME

Notice Description

1. The project is a major refurbishment of the HMA Residence in Athens. The value of works (contract sum) is anticipated to be in the region of PS8.9m to PS9.4m (including Greek VAT). 2. Summary of scope of works: Seismic strengthening works to the British Ambassador's Residence in Athens have been completed successfully and all original heritage features have been reinstated. Investigations during these works identified the need for a full replacement of the building services installations, and additional scope has been introduced by the Client, including a new commercial kitchen and local audiovisual systems. The Stage 4 design is being finalised and will incorporate all of these requirements ahead of the ITT being issued. The remaining scope comprises a major refurbishment of the residence, including repairs to internal walls, redecoration of internal rooms, bathroom and kitchen upgrades, installation of a new commercial kitchen, replacement of flooring throughout, full replacement of all MEP systems, fire safety improvements, installation of a new externally accessed lift, drainage works to separate foul and surface water systems, and roof replacement and solar PV install. All works will be undertaken with careful consideration of the heritage significance of the property. The objective is to deliver a high-quality diplomatic residence that is modern, compliant and resilient while preserving the character and significance of the historic building. The Contractor and any subcontractors utilised must demonstrate the capability and experience necessary to deliver the works in accordance with relevant UK standards and project-specific requirements to a high-quality finish. Further information on experience of delivering complex refurbishment projects in heritage, diplomatic or similarly sensitive environments will be helpful in supporting our understanding of the relevant capabilities of suppliers interested in this opportunity. 3. Contractors and sub-contractors undertaking work will need to have the required security vetting and be approved by the FCDO. It is expected this will be local police checks for all local labour. SC clearances for management are desirable but not essential. 4. It is anticipated that the form of Contract to be used will be the NEC4 ECC Option a with Option X22, using a two-stage procurement route. Stage 1 will focus on any contractor design elements, long lead in procurement items and mobilisation including relevant visas for workers as required, with Stage 2 covering the execution of the refurbishment works.

Planning Information

Suppliers are invited to complete and submit the Preliminary Market Engagement Questionnaire, which can be found at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/AkvaGmAXru Please confirm interest by providing responses to the questions by 12:00 BST, 3rd August 2026. We intend to hold market engagement meetings with suppliers to further explain the project and discuss market conditions. Meetings will run between 10th and 28th August. Please confirm your availability to attend and your attendee’s (limited to 3 people) name, title and email address. Email your registration information to Aisha.Butt@fcdo.gov.uk, with Elizabeth.mitchellyankah@fcdo.gov.uk copied in by 5 August.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d1db
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069688-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,764,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 Sep 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 May 2027 - 16 Jan 2029 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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

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