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title: "Africa Hub_Lilongwe Provision of Security Guarding Services at the British High Commission"
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# Africa Hub_Lilongwe Provision of Security Guarding Services at the British High Commission

Buyer: FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-90fcb729-c34d-4f2c-96a9-c2365c061f44

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## Summary

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office is inviting tenders for the provision of security guarding services at the British High Commission in Lilongwe. This procurement falls under the industry category of security services (CPV 79710000). The contracting process is currently at the tender stage, with an open procedure (above threshold) being utilised. The tender was published on 16 October 2024, and the deadline for submission is 18 November 2024. The contract is expected to commence on 1 March 2025 and conclude on 29 February 2028. The geographical location relevant to this tender includes both Lilongwe and London, where the buying organisation is based.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in security services. Companies experienced in providing comprehensive and reliable security solutions are well-suited to compete. Although the opportunity is not specifically tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, larger enterprises with a robust infrastructure for security management will find this contract particularly advantageous. Winning this tender can enhance brand reputation and provide stable, long-term revenue through a high-profile government contract.

## Notice

Africa Hub_Lilongwe Provision of Security Guarding Services at the British High Commission

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a7734c0-5ca9-46ff-8336-609f16bd5433 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2025 - 29 Feb 2028 |
| 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 AND DEVELOPMENT 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79710000 - Security services

## Release History

- 16 Oct 2024 at 13:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a7734c0-5ca9-46ff-8336-609f16bd5433

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a7734c0-5ca9-46ff-8336-609f16bd5433
  16th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://fcdo.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gov.uk/fco

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