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title: "THE PROVISION OF SECURITY SERVICES IN AFGHANISTAN"
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# THE PROVISION OF SECURITY SERVICES IN AFGHANISTAN

Buyer: FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7a95ba59-0778-448c-ab22-064784a9d980

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## Summary

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) is seeking to procure security services in Afghanistan, titled "Provision of Security Services in Afghanistan." This procurement falls within the security services industry category and is currently in the planning stage, with a projected tender period ending on 26 September 2019. The contract duration is set for three years, with two potential 24-month extensions, commencing from 1 July 2020. Interested suppliers must submit their expressions of interest through the FCO's e-Procurement portal by the deadline and participate in a Supplier Day planned for 21 August 2019 in London.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those experienced in operating in challenging environments. Companies capable of providing static guarding, mobile operations, and quick reaction forces would be well-suited to compete. Given the FCO's aim to select between three to five bidders, there is potential for substantial growth for businesses that are able to demonstrate their capability in delivering high-quality security services tailored for the needs of the Foreign & Commonwealth Office in Afghanistan.

## Notice

The FCO is seeking to procure the provision of security services in Afghanistan to ensure the safety and security of HMG and other personnel who come under FCO duty of care in-country. Services provided may include, but are not limited to: static guarding, mobile operations, quick reaction force, operational control, technical support, operational support and management services. We seek an experienced, capable and professional supplier to support the FCO in delivering its duty of care in a complex environment. The Contract Duration is: 3 years plus 2 plus 2 (i.e. 2 x 24 month optional extensions) Additional information: How to Express Interest in this Tender~: 1. Register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once) - Browse to the eSourcing Portal: https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk and click the link to register - Accept the terms and conditions and click 'continue' - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose and click 'Save' when complete - You will shortly receive an email with your unique password (please keep this secure) 2. Express an Interest in the tender - Login to the portal with the username/password - Click the 'PQQs / ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These are Selection Questionnaires or Invitations to Tender open to any registered supplier) - Click on the relevant PQQ/ ITT to access the content. - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. - This will move the PQQ /ITT into your 'My PQQs/ My ITTs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) -You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ ITT Details' box 3. Responding to the tender - Click 'My Response' under 'PQQ/ ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the PQQ/ ITT - There may be a mixture of online & offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available) You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the eTendering help desk. Project Number: 2980 PQQ Number: 804 Information about renewals: 84 months in duration/estimated timeframe. - Type of procedure: OJEU Restricted DSPCR - Limitations on the number of operators for ITT: envisaged number of bidders - between 3 and 5. Project Number: 2980 PQQ Number: 804

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c671ecf3-4113-41e3-8968-a02f3d78ae89 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | 23 Sep 2019 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2020 - 30 Jun 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79710000 - Security services

## Release History

- 23 Aug 2019 at 15:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c671ecf3-4113-41e3-8968-a02f3d78ae89
- 19 Jul 2019 at 07:40 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/891d4fd2-ac49-4ea7-8d33-51fcaed5dd49

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c671ecf3-4113-41e3-8968-a02f3d78ae89
  23rd August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/891d4fd2-ac49-4ea7-8d33-51fcaed5dd49
  19th July 2019 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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