--- title: "ESFM: FM - Framework Contract - Provision of Plumbing services BHC Lusaka" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ae99" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ae99" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ae99.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ae99.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE" published: "2026-06-05" --- # ESFM: FM - Framework Contract - Provision of Plumbing services BHC Lusaka Buyer: FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ae99 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ae99) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ae99.json) ## Summary The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, located in London, seeks tenders for a plumbing maintenance services framework for the British High Commission estate in Lusaka, Zambia. The procurement, which is at the tender stage, calls for a multi-supplier framework contract involving up to three contractors to ensure resilient and flexible service delivery. It is an open competition process valued at £86,056, with a tender period ending on 24th June 2026. The contract is expected to commence on 1st August 2026, running for 36 months with an optional 12-month extension dependent on performance. The procurement seeks comprehensive plumbing maintenance, including routine and emergency services, across 18 properties, ensuring safe and efficient operations. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms experienced in plumbing maintenance within international environments. Companies offering robust 24/7 reactive and planned maintenance services, who can quickly respond to emergencies within Zambia, will find this contract aligns with their capabilities. Businesses specialising in maintaining and upgrading water systems, with a focus on high-quality workmanship and sustainability, are well-suited to compete. The tender process favours a balanced approach of quality and pricing, thus offering a competitive ground for skilled suppliers. ## Notice This procurement is for the provision of plumbing maintenance services and associated works for the British High Commission (BHC) Lusaka estate, covering both office and residential properties. The requirement is based on the Terms of Reference (ToR) and procurement plan, which define the scope, service standards, and performance expectations for a comprehensive plumbing maintenance contract. The objective is to ensure that all plumbing systems and infrastructure are safe, functional, compliant, and effectively maintained across the estate. Extent of Requirement The services will be delivered across 18 properties, including the BHC office, the High Commissioner's Residence, Leopards Green Compound, and standalone houses. The contract will be established as a multi-supplier framework with up to three (3) contractors, to ensure resilience, flexibility, and continuity of service delivery Scope of Goods, Services and Works The contractor(s) will provide all necessary labour, supervision, tools, materials, and equipment required to deliver plumbing services, including: * Routine and emergency plumbing maintenance * Repairs to pipework, drainage, and wastewater systems * Maintenance of geysers, pumps, boreholes, and water systems * Installation works, system upgrades, and new plumbing infrastructure * Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) * Fault finding and emergency repair works Service Delivery Requirements The services must be delivered on a continuous and demand-led basis, including: * 24/7 emergency response capability * Response to emergency incidents within approximately 2-3 hours, depending on severity * Provision of both reactive maintenance and planned preventative maintenance * Ability to support multiple sites simultaneously Contractors must ensure: * Safe and compliant operation of all plumbing systems * High-quality workmanship and efficient service delivery * Timely response to maintenance issues * Long-term sustainability of estate assets Contract Duration * Initial contract duration: 36 months * Optional extension: 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance of the appointed service providers. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: Subject to satisfactory perfoemance of the appointed service providers ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053285-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | 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 | £86,056 | | Lots value | £86,056 | | 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 11:18 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053285-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053285-2026 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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