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title: "CPG/12336/2025 - SSJ - Provision of Maintenance of the Security Barriers/Gates for the British Embassy in Washington"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0508c1"
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published: "2025-05-27"
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# CPG/12336/2025 - SSJ - Provision of Maintenance of the Security Barriers/Gates for the British Embassy in Washington

Buyer: FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0508c1

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), involved an open competition for the "CPG/12336/2025 - SSJ" project. This project aimed to provide maintenance for the security barriers and gates at the British Embassy in Washington, with the procurement process commencing on 28 April 2025. The process moved to the award stage on 27 May 2025, when the contract was awarded to Cova Security Gates Ltd. The contract, valued at £70,760, is categorised under services and classified within the industry of repair and maintenance services. The contractual period spans from 20 May 2025 to 19 May 2027, highlighting Cova Security Gates Ltd as the designated service provider. The open procurement method facilitated this central government procurement, underscoring the significance of meticulous maintenance for high-security installations abroad.

This tender presents a fruitful opportunity for businesses specialising in maintenance services, particularly those with expertise in security infrastructure. The project, due to its international location and specific operational requirements, is particularly suited for companies familiar with diplomatic security standards and those willing to provide regular onsite maintenance visits. By securing a contract with a central organisation like the FCDO, businesses can significantly enhance their portfolio and establish credibility in handling complex governmental contracts, potentially opening doors to further international collaborations. Companies that can ensure compliance with stringent service quality and safety standards, as well as swift responsiveness to maintenance demands, are best positioned to thrive in this competitive environment.

## Notice

Post requires a service contract to maintain the security barrier/gates at the British Embassy compound. The maintenance agreement includes 4 visits per year from COVA UK engineers to service the physical gates and electronic operating system. Spare parts are not included in the service agreement, and these are charged separately as and when required.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027897-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 19 May 2025 - 19 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,760 |
| Lots value | £70,760 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £70,760 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| 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 | COVA SECURITY GATES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 34928300 - Safety barriers
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 79993100 - Facilities management services

## Release History

- 27 May 2025 at 17:49 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027897-2025
- 28 Apr 2025 at 19:24 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017454-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027897-2025
  27th May 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017454-2025
  28th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-1702

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-development-office
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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