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title: "itt_2171 - CPG/2344/2017 Somalia Static Security Guarding"
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# itt_2171 - CPG/2344/2017 Somalia Static Security Guarding

Buyer: FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3aa2fcf6-78e0-4837-9641-b2b82c459b9a

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## Summary

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "CPG/2344/2017 Somalia Static Security Guarding". This project, classified under investigation and security services (CPV code 79700000), aims to ensure the safety and security of UK personnel in Somalia, specifically in Mogadishu. The procurement method was selective, following a restricted procedure due to the contract's value of £8,250,000 and the sensitivity of the project. The contract period spans from 18 May 2018 to 17 May 2021, with the tender period concluding on 9 March 2018.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for companies specialising in security services, particularly those experienced in operating in complex environments. Businesses that are capable of meeting the stringent requirements of providing static guarding in a challenging security context will be well-placed to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage, given that the contracting authority supports their participation. This contract may facilitate growth for firms aiming to expand their services in the international security sector.

## Notice

Our objective is to ensure the safety and security of HMG and other personnel who come under FCO duty of care in Somalia. The successful contractor will provide Static Guarding for the FCO and PAGs operating on our platforms in Mogadishu. We seek an experienced, capable and professional supplier to support the Authority in delivering its duty of care in a complex environment All Tender documentation is to be published, and all substantive communication between the Authority and bidders will be conducted via the FCO's eProcurement Portal BRAVOSolution. URL is https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk/ (requires registration), then navigate to Project 1570/ PQQ_512. Your PQQ response must be submitted electronically through the BRAVOSolution eProcurement Portal by 12:00 BST on Friday 19 January 2018. PQQ responses not submitted via the BRAVO portal will not be considered.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a88e6e91-fcd7-46d7-a8c5-845b1a31b843 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 May 2018 |
| Contract period | 17 May 2018 - 17 May 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £8,250,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AFRICAN SKIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79700000 - Investigation and security services

## Release History

- 20 Jun 2018 at 11:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a88e6e91-fcd7-46d7-a8c5-845b1a31b843

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a88e6e91-fcd7-46d7-a8c5-845b1a31b843
  20th June 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk/

## Provenance

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