---
title: "Security services for Iraq"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b9a0"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "BRITISH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-22"
---

# Security services for Iraq

Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b9a0

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## Summary

The British Council, located at 1 Redman Place, London, United Kingdom, is seeking qualified suppliers for the "Security services for Iraq" tender. This procurement process, currently at the tender stage, invites bids until 8th July 2026. The procurement is divided into two lots: operational security services and personnel (Lot 1), and security analysis and training (Lot 2), with anticipated contract commencement on 3rd August 2026 and completion by 31st July 2028. The procedure is an open competition below the threshold, focusing on the services industry, specifically within the security services category. The total estimated contract value is £60,000, with an option for extension upon satisfactory service delivery.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the security services industry to expand their operations into the Middle East, specifically Iraq and the Kurdistan Region. Companies with a strong capability in security service provision, especially those experienced in operational security and training, will find this opportunity particularly suitable. It enables successful bidders to collaborate with a reputable organisation like the British Council, thus bolstering their credibility and expanding their portfolio. Businesses focusing on competitive pricing and excellent service delivery have a higher chance of selection, thereby promoting growth and expanding their market reach in the region.

## Notice

The British Council Iraq invites qualified and experienced security service providers to submit quotations for the provision of security services across Iraq and the Kurdistan Region. This tender is divided into two Lots: LOT 1: Operational Security Services & Personnel LOT 2: Security Analysis & Training We plan to select two suppliers for LOT 1, one supplier for LOT 2. Suppliers are eligible to submit bids for all LOTS.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058294-2026 |
| 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 | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £48,000 |
| Lots value | £48,000 |
| 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 | BRITISH COUNCIL |
| 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

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79700000 - Investigation and security services
- 79710000 - Security services

## Release History

- 22 Jun 2026 at 03:00 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058294-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058294-2026
  22nd June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.britishcouncil.org
- https://tap.tcsapps.com/tap2/#/bc-supplier-registration
- https://tap.tcsapps.com/tap2sup/#/staticPreviewPage?eventUuid=ae265539-77e2-46d3-b5ca-1d190c25e54b
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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