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title: "Framework Contract for the Provision of Catering Services to the British Embassy Dubai and British Embassy Abu Dhabi"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05eda0"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE"
published: "2025-12-03"
---

# Framework Contract for the Provision of Catering Services to the British Embassy Dubai and British Embassy Abu Dhabi

Buyer: FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05eda0

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## Summary

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has concluded the award stage for a tender titled "Framework Contract for the Provision of Catering Services to the British Embassy Dubai and British Embassy Abu Dhabi" in the public authority central government sector. The procurement process is described as limited competition due to being below the threshold, with services in the catering industry being required. The contract spans from 11th November 2025 to 30th August 2026, with an option for renewal until 31st August 2027. The procurement stage has been completed, and contracts have been awarded to multiple large-scale suppliers located in the United Arab Emirates, including Radisson Blu, Sofitel Hotel, The Club, and Bens Farm.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities for large businesses specialising in catering services, particularly those with capabilities to operate within international locations such as the United Arab Emirates. Organisations offering expert knowledge in UK cultural culinary experiences alongside adherence to UAE Food Safety Standards are well-suited to compete in this market segment. Suppliers in the catering industry, specifically those providing event-specific services, have the chance to establish long-term relationships with key government bodies, enhancing their portfolio and expanding their geographic reach.

## Notice

The British Embassy Dubai and British Embassy Abu Dhabi is in need of caterers to provide services to events hosted at the Embassy.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079197-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 11 Nov 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £27,500 |

## 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 | 4 |
| Supplier names | BENS FARM; RADISSON BLU; SOFITEL HOTEL; THE CLUB |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 3 Dec 2025 at 09:56 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079197-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079197-2025
  3rd December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## 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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