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title: "Invitation to Tender (ITT) For: Transport and confidential material movement services for British Council-Bangladesh"
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# Invitation to Tender (ITT) For: Transport and confidential material movement services for British Council-Bangladesh

Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0659e4

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## Summary

The British Council is currently in the planning stage for a public procurement process titled "Invitation to Tender (ITT) For: Transport and confidential material movement services for British Council-Bangladesh." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on transport services and confidential material movement across Bangladesh. The procurement process is initiated by the British Council, which operates as a sub-central government public authority within the United Kingdom. The scope includes providing vehicle hire with trained drivers and safe transportation of confidential materials nationwide in Bangladesh. The contract, valued at £1,150,000 gross, is planned to commence on 1 May 2026 and will initially be awarded for a period of three years, with an option for a one-year extension. Key locations for service delivery include Dhaka, Chattogram, and other regional centres, with operations requiring 24/7 availability based on operational and examination schedules. The deadline for expressions of interest and tender submissions is set for 28 February 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in transport and logistics services, particularly those with capabilities in handling sensitive and confidential materials. The contract is divided into two lots: Lot 1 covering transport services and Lot 2 covering confidential material movement services. Businesses can submit bids for either or both lots, offering flexibility in scope. The procurement process offers a framework agreement, making it ideal for SMEs and VCSEs looking to establish long-term contracts with a reputable public body. Participants should demonstrate their capability to meet stringent safety, security, and tracking requirements, which will be key factors in the tender evaluation process. This opportunity is ideal for businesses seeking to expand their operations in Bangladesh, leveraging a stable contract with a renowned institution like the British Council.

## Notice

BC Services Bangladesh Limited a local entity of The British Council invites reputed and experienced vendors to participate in a tendering exercise to provide transport services across Bangladesh. As British Council Bangladesh operations continue to expand nationwide, there is significant potential for growth in the demand for transport services. In view of this expansion, we invite interested service providers to take part in this tender. Additionally, BC Services Bangladesh Limited a local entity of The British Council invites reputed and experienced vendors to participate in a tendering exercise to provide material movement services. These services primarily involve in country transportation of materials, with a strong emphasis on ensuring that confidential and irreplaceable documents are delivered to their intended destinations in a safe, secure, and timely manner. This tender is being issued in two (2) separate lots: Lot 1: Transport Services Lot 2: Confidential Materials (CM) Movement Services Bidders may apply for either Lot 1 or Lot 2 individually, or for both lots together, depending on their capability and interest. Separate or combined submissions must clearly indicate the lot(s) being applied for and demonstrate compliance with the relevant requirements. Each lot will be evaluated independently based on the supplier's submitted response, including quality, methodology, technical compliance, and commercial considerations, as applicable. The British Council reserves the right to award one or both lots to the same supplier or to different suppliers, based on the evaluation outcome. Supplier selection will be made based on the most economically advantageous offer, considering the best overall response in terms of service quality, methodology, compliance, and value for money. The detailed scope of work is defined under Schedule 1: Detailed Specification. Considering all aspects of the service requirements, we encourage

### Planning Information

The ITT covers the provision of Transport Services (Lot 1) and Confidential Materials (CM) Movement Services (Lot 2) for British Council Bangladesh, including nationwide vehicle hire with trained drivers and the secure, dedicated transportation of confidential and irreplaceable materials by road, air, or (in emergencies) train, in strict compliance with safety, security, tracking, and chain-of-custody requirements . Services will be delivered across Bangladesh, including Dhaka, Chattogram, Sylhet and other divisional and district locations such as Rajshahi, Khulna, Barisal, Rangpur, Cumilla, Cox's Bazar and others, with operations running 24/7 depending on operational needs and exam schedules. The framework agreement will be awarded for an initial period of three (3) years with an option to extend for up to one (1) additional year. Expressions of Interest and tender submissions and clarification question must be submitted via email- nur.nabi@britishcouncil.org and asraful.islam@britishcouncil.org

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015986-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Mar 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRITISH COUNCIL(THE) |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver
- 60180000 - Hire of goods-transport vehicles with driver

## Release History

- 23 Feb 2026 at 11:16 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015986-2026
- 23 Feb 2026 at 10:43 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015965-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015986-2026
  23rd February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015965-2026
  23rd February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.britishcouncil.org/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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