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title: "Manufacture, Printing and Storage of Canvas Mail & Cargo Bags and Wraps"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05173a"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "FCDO SERVICES"
published: "2026-01-29"
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# Manufacture, Printing and Storage of Canvas Mail & Cargo Bags and Wraps

Buyer: FCDO SERVICES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05173a

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## Summary

FCDO Services, a central government authority located in Milton Keynes, initiated a tender process titled "Manufacture, Printing and Storage of Canvas Mail & Cargo Bags and Wraps." This procurement falls under the goods category, with the process reportedly having ended as of 29 January 2026. Originally launched with planned contract periods from 2025 to 2028, and potential extensions into 2030, the tender aimed to secure a service provider for a comprehensive supply chain solution for canvas items. Although the process was proceeding with an open and competitive flexible method, it was eventually cancelled due to the inability to reach an acceptable commercial outcome. This cancellation was documented officially in a notice published on 29 January 2026.

This tender, while ultimately cancelled, initially presented substantial opportunities for businesses in the manufacturing and storage sectors, especially those capable of producing and managing large-scale production and supply of canvas goods. With a gross contract value projected around £4.2 million, this contract would have been attractive for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with relevant expertise in the industry. Additionally, businesses with capabilities to engage in competitive bidding and leveraging a flexible approach to multifaceted supply demands could have capitalised on this opportunity. Future tenders, should they arise following this cancellation, may still offer similar growth prospects for suitable suppliers.

## Notice

FCDO Services wishes to award a contract for the provision of Manufacture, Printing and Storage of Canvas Mail & Cargo Bags and Wraps for three (3) years with the option to extend by a further two (2) extension periods of twelve (12) months each subject to satisfactory performance. The successful Service Provider will also deliver an end-to-end supply chain that is proactive and cost effective covering all areas of the Manufacture, Printing and Storage of Canvas Mail & Cargo Bags and Wraps solutions to support FCDO Services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008114-2026 |
| Notice type | UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | 6 Jun 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Nov 2025 - 2 Nov 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,500,000 |
| Lots value | £3,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FCDO SERVICES |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials

### Codes

- 19212310 - Canvas items

## Release History

- 29 Jan 2026 at 14:45 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008114-2026
- 4 Jul 2025 at 16:11 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037580-2025
- 19 May 2025 at 14:07 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022736-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008114-2026
  29th January 2026 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037580-2025
  4th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022736-2025
  19th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-2736
  A supplier guide to registering on the FCDO Services e-sourcing portal

## Notice URLs

- https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
- https://www.fcdoservices.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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