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title: "Value of Diplomacy: Trade and Embassies"
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# Value of Diplomacy: Trade and Embassies

Buyer: FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fca050b0-2428-45d7-8bb0-5c6f6668e896

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## Summary

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office is seeking bids for the project titled "Value of Diplomacy: Trade and Embassies," focused on examining the relationship between UK overseas missions and trade. This project falls under the economic research services category and is anticipated to value at £70,000, with a minimum contract value of £10,000. The tender period is open until 27 October 2017, while the contract is expected to commence on 6 November 2017 and run until 31 March 2018. The procurement method used is an open procedure, and the services procurement is taking place across multiple locations, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in economic research services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their portfolio. Companies with expertise in trade analysis, diplomatic studies, and related fields would find this project aligns well with their capabilities. The emphasis on understanding diplomacy's impact on trade may also attract firms that focus on consultancy and strategic insights, potentially fostering growth through successful collaboration with the government.

## Notice

This project will seek to answer the question - "Is there a quantifiable link between UK trade and having an UK overseas mission?" with a view to improve our understanding of the contribution diplomacy can make to the UK. Additional information: Please login or register at fco.bravosolution.co.uk, and search for project_1473 or itt_1997. All questions related to the tender should be directed through the Bravo messaging system. If you are struggling to access the ITT, please contact the Bravo Helpdesk in the first instance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/372d0ba2-40f2-449f-824e-6913dd96150c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Nov 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| 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

- 79311400 - Economic research services

## Release History

- 13 Oct 2017 at 16:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/372d0ba2-40f2-449f-824e-6913dd96150c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/372d0ba2-40f2-449f-824e-6913dd96150c
  13th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://fco.bravosolution.co.uk
  Bravo

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