---
title: "Provision of freight and logistics services at the British High Commission Nairobi"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059c23"
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buyer: "FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE"
published: "2025-09-17"
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# Provision of freight and logistics services at the British High Commission Nairobi

Buyer: FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059c23

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## Summary

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has initiated an open procurement process for the provision of freight and logistics services at the British High Commission in Nairobi. The contract, with an estimated value of GBP 139,230, falls under the services category and specifically relates to freight transport agency services. The deadline for submission of tenders is set for 14th October 2025, and the enquiry period concludes on 7th October 2025. This procurement is currently at the tender stage, with the contract anticipated to commence on 1st December 2025 and initially run until 31st December 2029. The opportunity includes potential for renewal, contingent upon satisfactory performance.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in logistics and freight services. Companies with expertise in customs regulations and a track record of efficiency in clearing and forwarding goods would be well-placed to compete. The project entails providing services without incurring storage charges, submitting detailed and timely shipment reports, and advising on customs and ports authority regulations. Successful bidders will benefit from a long-term engagement with a central government agency, enhancing their portfolio and boosting their credibility in the freight transport sector.

## Notice

The bidder shall at all times exercise reasonable care and professionalism in executing duties and shall act in good faith on behalf of the BHC while providing the clearing and forwarding services Clearing of consignments without incurring storage charges and demurrage or penalties by customs. Monitor each shipment and submit daily report showing clearance position and any other information until the cargo is cleared and delivered. Advice BHC on existing customs/KPA (Kenya Ports Authority) regulations and changes affecting clearance and handling of cargo.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057301-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | 17 Sep 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2029 |
| Recurrence | 2029-08-17 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £139,230 |
| Lots value | £139,230 |
| 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

- 17 Sep 2025 at 11:45 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057301-2025
- 17 Sep 2025 at 11:29 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057293-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057301-2025
  17th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057293-2025
  17th September 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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