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title: "Contract for Custom Clearance Along with Freight and Logistic Services to the British High Commission (BHC), New Delhi"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-055afa"
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# Contract for Custom Clearance Along with Freight and Logistic Services to the British High Commission (BHC), New Delhi

Buyer: FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055afa

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## Summary

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is inviting tenders for the provision of customs clearance and freight logistics services at the British High Commission in New Delhi. This procurement falls under the industry category of freight transport agency services, with key components including import/export documentation, duty assessments, and the transportation of goods such as furniture and heavy materials. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the period for submissions ending on 25 July 2025, and the enquiry period closing on 18 July 2025. The contract is valued at approximately £75,080 GBP, with an estimated maximum value of £88,595, and will commence on 1 September 2025, running through to 31 August 2028, with the potential for a two-year extension.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in logistics, freight management, and customs clearance services. It provides a platform for SMEs and socially responsible enterprises, such as VCSEs, to engage in international logistics operations. The open competition procurement method favours businesses that can demonstrate strong technical expertise and cost-effective commercial solutions, as technical evaluation is weighted at 60% of the assessment criteria. Companies with robust logistics networks and the ability to manage specialised handling and temporary storage arrangements will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Additionally, the contract allows room for growth and future extensions based on performance and ongoing service needs.

## Notice

The supplier is responsible for handling all import/export documentation, customs clearance, and duty assessments in compliance with regulations. They must manage the transportation, loading/unloading, packing/unpacking, and storage of goods--including furniture, white goods, and heavy materials--between various BHC properties. Adequate vehicles, equipment, and manpower must be provided for safe and efficient movement, including specialized handling like rope systems for overhangs. Temporary storage and proper packing materials are also to be arranged as needed.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract has a provision of further extension of 2 years, depending upon requirement of services and feedback of the service provider

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038179-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,080 |
| Lots value | £75,080 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63521000 - Freight transport agency services

## Release History

- 8 Jul 2025 at 10:42 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038179-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038179-2025
  8th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://fcdo.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-development-office
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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