---
title: "The Provision of Security Guarding Services to the British Embassy in Sofia"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0438dc"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE"
published: "2024-10-03"
---

# The Provision of Security Guarding Services to the British Embassy in Sofia

Buyer: FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0438dc

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## Summary

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has awarded a contract for the provision of security guarding services at the British Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria. This procurement, following a selective restricted procedure, is classified under the Guard services industry (CPV code 79713000). The final contract, valued at BGN 5,536,714.06, was awarded on 2 September 2024 to Force Delta OOD. The overall procurement process began with a tender release and concluded with the awarding of the contract in October 2024. The engagement is poised to last for an initial period of three years with two optional one-year extensions, ultimately extending to September 2027 or 2029 if extended.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those experienced in international assignments. The requirements highlight a substantial valuation, considering both technical and cost aspects with a 70:30 ratio favouring quality over price. SMEs like Force Delta OOD are evidently competitive in this sector, underscoring their suitability. Companies with robust service delivery frameworks, experienced personnel and the capability to adhere to high-quality standards are well-positioned to vie for such lucrative contracts, fostering potential for business growth and international market expansion.

## Notice

Contract for the Provision of Security Guarding Services to the British Embassy in Sofia.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Provision of Security Guarding Services to the British Embassy in Sofia.

Options: The initial contract period is 3 years. The Authority has the option to extend the contract by an additional year a maximum of two times.

Renewal: The Contract may be extended by a further two years, in yearly increments, giving the Contract a maximum expiry date of 30 September 2029

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031693-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,445,669 |
| Lots value | £2,445,669 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £5,536,714 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FORCE DELTA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79713000 - Guard services

## Release History

- 3 Oct 2024 at 11:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031693-2024
- 9 Feb 2024 at 13:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004442-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cedr.com
- https://fcdo.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-development-office

## Provenance

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