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title: "PA23 UK2 - Preliminary market engagement notice for Supply of fuel (non- bulk) for British Embassy Riyadh"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE"
published: "2026-07-23"
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# PA23 UK2 - Preliminary market engagement notice for Supply of fuel (non- bulk) for British Embassy Riyadh

Buyer: FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d1cd

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## Summary

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), represented by the British Embassy in Riyadh, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process to supply automotive fuel for its official vehicles. This procurement process, titled "PA23 UK2 - Preliminary market engagement notice for Supply of fuel (non-bulk) for British Embassy Riyadh," seeks to contract a suitable and qualified fuel supplier capable of offering uninterrupted fuel services across an extensive network throughout Saudi Arabia, including Riyadh and Jeddah. A market engagement session is scheduled for 17th August 2026, and interested suppliers must register by 13th August 2026. The contract is planned to commence on 1st December 2026, with an initial term of four years, potentially extending to a total of eight years. The main procurement category is goods, specifically diesel fuel, and the process falls under the legal framework of UK Public Contracts Regulations 2023.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses that specialise in fuel supply chains and have established networks within Saudi Arabia. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are deemed suitable to compete for this contract. The benefits of winning this contract include establishing a long-term relationship with the UK government, providing services across a broad geographic scope, and being part of an operational initiative that requires high reliability and quality service. Participating in the upcoming market engagement session allows businesses to understand FCDO's procurement procedures and align their capabilities with the contract requirements, ensuring they are well-positioned to deliver on the expected value and standards.

## Notice

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), represented by the British Embassy in Riyadh (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia) intends to appoint a suitably qualified and licensed fuel supplier capable of providing uninterrupted supplies of automotive fuel for Embassy's official vehicle fleet through an extensive network of fuel stations operating in Riyadh, Jeddah, and throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.The supplier must be able to provide reliable nationwide coverage to support the Embassy's operational requirements across all locations. The contract is anticipated to be awarded for an initial period of Four (4) years, with two optional extentions of two (2) years each, with maximum contract term of 8 years in total, subject to satisfactory supplier performance and continued business requirement at British Embassy in Riyadh. Suitable and interested fuel suppliers are invited to participate in a Market Engagement Event. During this event, the FCDO will present its requirements, provide an overview of the proposed procurement process, and seek feedback from the market to help refine the requirement and ensure the resulting contract delivers best value for money, operational flexibility, reliable fuel availability, efficient fuel management, and high-quality service provision for BE Riyadh's vehicle operation.

### Planning Information

An Early Market engagement is being planned on 17th of August 2026. Suitable and interested suppliers are invited to participate in the virtual market engagement session. The prime objective of organising this session is to share our tentative requirements and gain understanding of what can be provided or achieved by the players in the Local Market. A presentation will be shared with suppliers which will include FCDO's procurement procedures, possible bid evaluation criteria and overall project timelines.
Interested suppliers should register their interest in participating this event by filling this form 
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/0ZSVVmeZUN
A joining link to this virtual market engagement will be shared with suppliers who have completed this form, please ensure your details are shared with us by 13th of August 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069669-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 24 Aug 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2026 - 30 Nov 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| 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

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

### Codes

- 09134200 - Diesel fuel

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2026 at 11:45 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069669-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069669-2026
  23rd July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/0ZSVVmeZUN
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-development-office
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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