--- title: "FRAMEWORK CONTRACT - PROVISION OF GENERAL MAINTENANCE WORKS FOR OFFICE AND RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES AT BRITISH HIGH COMMISSION LUSAKA" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ae75" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ae75" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ae75.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ae75.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE" published: "2026-06-05" --- # FRAMEWORK CONTRACT - PROVISION OF GENERAL MAINTENANCE WORKS FOR OFFICE AND RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES AT BRITISH HIGH COMMISSION LUSAKA Buyer: FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ae75 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ae75) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ae75.json) ## Summary The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office is initiating a procurement process for a framework contract to provide general maintenance works for the office and residential properties at the British High Commission in Lusaka, Zambia. This involves maintaining 18 properties, including offices and residential houses, under a multi-supplier framework agreement. The tender stage of the procurement process is currently active, with a tender submission deadline on 24th June 2026 and an enquiry period ending 16th June 2026. The procurement falls under the services category with a major focus on repair and maintenance services, and it employs an open contract method below the threshold through a competitive process. The contract duration is set for an initial 36 months with a possible 12-month extension based on performance. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in maintenance services. The contract seeks up to three competent contractors who can provide comprehensive maintenance solutions, including building fabric maintenance, roofing, painting, carpentry, and related services, ensuring operational resilience and service continuity. The scope of work requires 24/7 availability for emergency call-outs, making it suitable for firms with robust infrastructure and experience in handling diverse maintenance requirements. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality services while ensuring cost efficiency stand to benefit significantly from this opportunity. ## Notice This procurement relates to the establishment of a framework agreement for the provision of general maintenance works at the British High Commission (BHC) Lusaka estate. The requirement covers both office and residential properties, ensuring that all facilities are maintained in a safe, functional, and compliant condition at all times. The procurement is based on the Terms of Reference (ToR), which define the service scope, performance standards, and delivery expectations for a comprehensive maintenance contract. The estate consists of 18 properties, including the BHC office, the High Commissioner's Residence, Leopards Green Compound (10 properties), and standalone residential houses. Procurement Approach The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) intends to appoint up to three (3) suitably qualified and experienced contractors under a multi-supplier framework agreement. This approach is designed to: * Ensure operational resilience and continuity of service * Provide flexibility and responsiveness across multiple sites * Enable rapid mobilisation for emergency and urgent works * Support efficient workload allocation across contractors * Deliver value for money through a competitive procurement process The Procurement Hub is seeking stakeholder endorsement of this approach prior to execution. Scope of Goods, Services, and Works The selected contractor(s) will provide a fully managed general maintenance service, including labour, supervision, materials, tools, and equipment required to undertake both reactive maintenance and planned preventative maintenance (PPM). The scope includes, but is not limited to: 1. Building Fabric and Structural Maintenance 2. Roofing and Waterproofing 3. Painting and Finishes 4. Carpentry and Joinery 5. Metalwork and Welding 6. Flooring and Tiling 7. External and Grounds-Related Works All services must be delivered in accordance with relevant health and safety standards, local regulations, and industry best practices. Service Delivery Requirements The contractor(s) must provide a 24/7 service with clearly defined response times: Additional requirements include: * Continuous availability for emergency call-outs * Regular communication and reporting to the Contract Manager * Quarterly reporting on service delivery performance * Liability for any damage caused through contractor negligence Extent and Volume of Requirement * The requirement is demand-led, with no fixed quantities * Works will include a mix of reactive repairs, planned maintenance, and minor installation works * Contractors must be able to manage multiple concurrent work orders across different sites Contract Duration * Initial contract period: 36 months * Optional extension: 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance of the preferred service providers ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: Subject to satisfactory performance of the service providers ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053221-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 24 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £138,488 | | Lots value | £138,488 | | 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 - 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services ## Release History - 5 Jun 2026 at 10:17 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053221-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053221-2026 5th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-development-office - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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