---
title: "CS-Events - Fresh produce for official events at HMA Residence for the British Embassy in Washington"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068e9b"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE"
published: "2026-04-29"
---

# CS-Events - Fresh produce for official events at HMA Residence for the British Embassy in Washington

Buyer: FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068e9b

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## Summary

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has completed the procurement process for the supply of fresh produce for official events at the British Embassy in Washington. Operating under the category of public authority – central government, the limited competition procurement method was used for this goods tender, aimed at supporting the Embassy's catering needs with fruits and vegetables. The contract was awarded to Baldor, a supplier from New York, on 29th April 2026, and the engagement starts on 1st May 2026, concluding on 30th April 2027. This contract, valued at GBP 37,816.19, marks the completion of the procurement process with all activities related to the tender successfully wrapped up.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply of fresh produce, particularly small and medium enterprises keen to expand their market reach internationally. Suppliers with strong logistical capabilities to ensure timely delivery of quality goods to embassies or high-profile government residences would find this contract particularly suitable. Businesses already operating within the agricultural sector and dealing with cereals, potatoes, vegetables, fruits, and nuts may see this as a valuable addition to their business growth strategy, especially those considering establishing a presence in transatlantic government ties.

## Notice

Fresh produce, including fruit and vegetables, for use in the Residence kitchen to support catering for official Residence events, delivered on an as-needed basis and offering value for money.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039535-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £37,816 |

## 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 | 1 |
| Supplier names | BALDOR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

### Codes

- 03200000 - Cereals, potatoes, vegetables, fruits and nuts

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2026 at 17:46 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039535-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039535-2026
  29th April 2026 - 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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