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title: "PROVISION OF VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR OFFICIAL VEHICLES AT BRITISH EMBASSY ADIDAS ABABA"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067f84"
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buyer: "FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE"
published: "2026-04-10"
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# PROVISION OF VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR OFFICIAL VEHICLES AT BRITISH EMBASSY ADIDAS ABABA

Buyer: FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067f84

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## Summary

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has issued an open tender titled "Provision of Vehicle Maintenance Services for Official Vehicles at British Embassy Addis Ababa." This procurement is focussed on securing services in the repair, maintenance, and associated services for vehicles and related equipment, specifically within the services industry category. The project is located in Ethiopia, with the tender process at the active stage. Key dates include a tender period closing on 6th May 2026, and the award announcement expected by 30th June 2026. The procurement process follows an open procedure, inviting qualified businesses to participate and submit tenders electronically via specified methods. The contract is set to begin on 1st October 2026 and could extend up to 30th September 2029, contingent on performance.

This tender opens avenues for businesses specialising in vehicle maintenance and repair services, particularly those capable of handling diplomatic and operational vehicle fleets. Small to medium enterprises with expertise in preventative maintenance, bodywork, and emergency support services might find this contract particularly beneficial. The emphasis on technical and commercial evaluation criteria promotes competition centred on both quality and cost-efficiency. Such an opportunity is ideal for businesses looking to expand their operations in international settings, specifically in Ethiopia, and to establish long-term government contracts with a central government authority like the FCDO.

## Notice

The British Embassy in Addis Ababa operates a fleet of vehicles to enable the delivery of its official functions, including diplomatic, security, and operational activities. The fleet comprises light vehicles, SUVs, vans, pickup trucks, and fuel and freight trucks. To maintain operational continuity, safety, and regulatory compliance, these vehicles require ongoing preventative maintenance, mechanical and electrical repairs, bodywork services, and responsive emergency support.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract will be extended for 12 months subject to satisfactory performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032625-2026 |
| 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 | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £286,956 |
| Lots value | £286,956 |
| 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

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment

## Release History

- 10 Apr 2026 at 07:07 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032625-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032625-2026
  10th April 2026 - Tender 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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