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title: "Logistics Services for Accompanied Goods (Project Chaperone)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0512c5"
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# Logistics Services for Accompanied Goods (Project Chaperone)

Buyer: FCDO SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0512c5

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## Summary

The procurement process for logistics services for accompanied goods, designated as "Project Chaperone," involves FCDO Services, a central government public authority based in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom. The project aims to establish a multi-lot Closed Framework for the provision of global freight forwarding services, which include the movement of goods accompanied by a government officer, typically on a Port to Port or Port to Door basis. This process concluded with the award stage on 11th June 2026, following a competitive flexible procedure. The framework, starting on 1st July 2026 and ending on 30th June 2030, covers various regions, including Asia Pacific, MEA, Europe, and the Americas, with lots already awarded, each engaging several prominent logistics suppliers such as HELLMANN WORLDWIDE LOGISTICS LIMITED and DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING (UK) LIMITED.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses across the logistics and transport categories, particularly those specializing in global freight forwarding. It is especially suited for companies with the capacity to handle extensive customs arrangements, bookings, and transportation logistics on an international scale. Large enterprises and SMEs with robust logistical networks stand to benefit from participating in such significant government frameworks, paving the way to increased visibility and potential expansion into international markets. The closed framework also indicates a scope for further competition, enabling businesses to engage consistently over the term of the contract with prospects for long-term growth and partnership with government entities.

## Notice

FCDO Services intends to establish a multi-lot Closed Framework for a maximum duration of four(4) years to suitably accredited, qualified and experienced suppliers to provide global freight forwarding services FCDO Services is responsible for the provision of the Accompanied Diplomatic Bag (ADB) service. This service involves the movement of goods accompanied by a nominated Government Officer. The service is delivered typically on a Port to Port basis, although Port to Door may be required. Suppliers awarded onto the framework will be responsible for: - Securing and facilitating bookings for consignments of any size and weight - Facilitation of airside Authority witness loading - Preparation of export and import declarations - Arranging customs clearance - Providing handling equipment if required

### Lot Information

America's

Options: Services to enable air freight forwarding covering any part of the movement lifecycle including changes to customs clearance, air freight regulations and access to the required destinations

Europe

Options: Services to enable air freight forwarding covering any part of the movement lifecycle including changes to customs clearance, air freight regulations and access to the required destinations

MEA

Options: Services to enable air freight forwarding covering any part of the movement lifecycle including changes to customs clearance, air freight regulations and access to the required destinations

Asia Pacific

Options: Services to enable air freight forwarding covering any part of the movement lifecycle including changes to customs clearance, air freight regulations and access to the required destinations

### Planning Information

The pre-market engagement will consist of a questionnaire to be completed by interested suppliers. The Authority may request a follow-up Teams call with some suppliers to discuss further any themes of interest highlighted in their initial response.
To request a questionnaire please email CPL.Procurement@fcdo.gov.uk making sure you include the Procurement Title, Reference and mention of this notice.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055378-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Award date | 31 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £22,000,000 |
| Lots value | £22,000,000 |
| Awards value | £22,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FCDO SERVICES |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK19 7BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING (UK; HELLMANN WORLDWIDE LOGISTICS; KUEHNE + NAGEL; TIME:MATTERS NETHERLANDS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 60100000 - Road transport services
- 60400000 - Air transport services
- 63110000 - Cargo handling services

## Release History

- 11 Jun 2026 at 15:01 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055378-2026
- 23 Dec 2025 at 13:18 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085837-2025
- 23 Jun 2025 at 13:24 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034421-2025
- 14 May 2025 at 09:50 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021137-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055378-2026
  11th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085837-2025
  23rd December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034421-2025
  23rd June 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021137-2025
  14th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-8085
  Instructions on how to register on the FCDO Services e-sourcing portal Jaggaer and access the ITT pack

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cts-logistics.co.uk
- http://www.hellmann.com
- http://www.scagroup.net
- http://www.time-matters.com
- https://fcdo.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
- https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
- https://home.kuehne-nagel.com/
- https://www.dhl.com/gb-en/home/global-forwarding.html
- https://www.dsv.com/en/
- https://www.fcdoservices.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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