Tenders

PROVISION OF SECURITY GUARDING SERVICES AT THE BRITISH HIGH COMMISSION LUSAKA ZAMBIA

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) requires the provision of integrated security services for the British High Commission, Lusaka, the High Commissioner’s Residence and diplomatic staff residences located in Lusaka, Zambia. The requirement includes: • Static guarding services; • Mobile patrol and response services; • Alarm monitoring and response services; • Access control and visitor management; • Security supervision and management; • Incident response and reporting; • Operations room and communications support. The contract is expected to commence on 1 February 2027 for an initial period of 36 months with an option to extend for a further period of up to 12 months. The Authority intends to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced security services provider with the capability, capacity, infrastructure, personnel, supervisory arrangements and operational resilience required to deliver services across multiple diplomatic locations within Lusaka. This notice relates to the Participation Stage of a Competitive Flexible Procedure. Suppliers will be assessed against Conditions of Participation and Selection Questionnaire requirements. Suppliers meeting the required capability thresholds will be shortlisted and invited to participate in the Invitation to Tender stage.

Cleaning and Gardening Services for British Embassy Manama

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

The Authority is seeking to engage the market ahead of a forthcoming procurement for the cleaning and gardening services for the British Embassy Manama

PROVISION OF UK BASED LANGUAGE TRAINING

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

FCDO intends to procure a supplier(s) for professional language services training in up to 87 languages and management of the FCDO Language Centre. FCDO are also exploring the feasibility for Centres of Excellence to deliver a range of language training including but not limited to French, Arabic and Spanish. The new language training model has been designed to be scalable to meet the future needs of FCDO and HMG in terms of both volumes and languages available. FCDO is conducting a preliminary market engagement (PME) to inform the future procurement strategy, understand market capability, and ensure the designed competitive procedure is fair, accessible, and effective.

Private Sector Development Programme in Sierra Leone

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is undertaking early market engagement (EME) in advance of a potential future procurement for a new private sector development programme in Sierra Leone. This programme is expected to complement a joint FCDO-British International Investment (BII) programme, Horizon Sierra Leone, which focuses primarily on unlocking near-term investment opportunities. The proposed new programme will focus on strengthening the underlying conditions required to make investment in Sierra Leone's tradable sectors, particularly agriculture and manufacturing, more attractive, productive, and inclusive. Indicative areas of support may include: - Provide targeted support to investors and businesses to identify opportunities, reduce market-entry risks and costs, test new business models, and unlock investment through market scoping, feasibility studies, pipeline development, business viability assessments, and piloting innovative financing solutions - Technical assistance and advisory support to businesses that strengthen market systems and create wider benefits to sector(s), including providers of inputs, logistics, infrastructure, capital goods, and other enabling services. - Support to anchor firms to adopt more inclusive business practices, including employing more women into better-quality jobs, promoting women into leadership positions, and strengthening sourcing from women-owned businesses within supply chains. - Provide targeted assistance to government ministries, departments, and agencies to deliver priority reforms that unlock sectoral growth, improve the business environment, and strengthen the financial sector.

PA23 UK2 - Preliminary market engagement notice for Supply of fuel (non- bulk) for British Embassy Riyadh

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

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.

PA23 UK2 - Athens Residence Refurbishment PME

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

1. The project is a major refurbishment of the HMA Residence in Athens. The value of works (contract sum) is anticipated to be in the region of £8.9m to £9.4m (including Greek VAT). 2. Summary of scope of works: Seismic strengthening works to the British Ambassador's Residence in Athens have been completed successfully and all original heritage features have been reinstated. Investigations during these works identified the need for a full replacement of the building services installations, and additional scope has been introduced by the Client, including a new commercial kitchen and local audiovisual systems. The Stage 4 design is being finalised and will incorporate all of these requirements ahead of the ITT being issued. The remaining scope comprises a major refurbishment of the residence, including repairs to internal walls, redecoration of internal rooms, bathroom and kitchen upgrades, installation of a new commercial kitchen, replacement of flooring throughout, full replacement of all MEP systems, fire safety improvements, installation of a new externally accessed lift, drainage works to separate foul and surface water systems, and roof replacement and solar PV install. All works will be undertaken with careful consideration of the heritage significance of the property. The objective is to deliver a high-quality diplomatic residence that is modern, compliant and resilient while preserving the character and significance of the historic building. The Contractor and any subcontractors utilised must demonstrate the capability and experience necessary to deliver the works in accordance with relevant UK standards and project-specific requirements to a high-quality finish. Further information on experience of delivering complex refurbishment projects in heritage, diplomatic or similarly sensitive environments will be helpful in supporting our understanding of the relevant capabilities of suppliers interested in this opportunity. 3. Contractors and sub-contractors unde

Preliminary market engagement - CS Mobile Telecoms Services supply for the British Embassy and US Network

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Provision of nationwide Mobile Telecommunications Services for the British Embassy in Washington DC and the wider US Network, including mobile voice, data, roaming, device support, billing management and associated telecommunications services. Suppliers interested in participating may contact the Authority via email at AME.Procurement2@fcdo.gov.uk. Requests for further information, including access instructions to the Jaggaer eSourcing portal, should be submitted by email to this address.

Market Engagement Event for FCDO Overseas Estates Programme

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is inviting industry participation in an upcoming supplier engagement event focused on its overseas estate management and construction programme. The FCDO manages one of the UK Government’s largest and most complex international property portfolios, comprising more than 5,900 properties across 179 countries and 282 diplomatic Posts. Valued at approximately £2.4 billion, the estate encompasses a diverse range of assets, including diplomatic compounds, offices, historic buildings, residential accommodation, leased properties and multi-tenanted facilities. This global estate is critical to the delivery of UK Government objectives and requires sustained investment in construction, refurbishment, maintenance, compliance and infrastructure programmes. Projects are delivered in a wide variety of operating environments and market conditions, often involving complex security, regulatory, logistical and commercial challenges. This session is intended to provide early insight into the scale and complexity of delivering projects across global locations, alongside the operational challenges associated with international delivery. It will also offer an opportunity for organisations to share views on how future delivery models and procurement approaches can be shaped under the Procurement Act 2023. Purpose of the Engagement FCDO is progressing plans to strengthen its approach to delivering a significant portfolio of overseas estate maintenance and construction projects. These programmes vary in scale and complexity and are often delivered in challenging operational environments across multiple international locations. The forthcoming event will: • Provide early visibility of the scale, pipeline, and complexity of our overseas estates programme • Set out the delivery challenges and constraints associated with operating internationally (e.g. logistics, security, supply chain resilience, local compliance) • Enable open dialogue wi

Market Engagement Event for the FCDO Overseas Estates Programme

Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is inviting industry participation in an upcoming supplier engagement event focused on its overseas estate management and construction programme. The FCDO manages one of the UK Government's largest and most complex international property portfolios, comprising more than 5,900 properties across 179 countries and 282 diplomatic Posts. Valued at approximately £2.4 billion, the estate encompasses a diverse range of assets, including diplomatic compounds, offices, historic buildings, residential accommodation, leased properties and multi-tenanted facilities. This global estate is critical to the delivery of UK Government objectives and requires sustained investment in construction, refurbishment, maintenance, compliance and infrastructure programmes. Projects are delivered in a wide variety of operating environments and market conditions, often involving complex security, regulatory, logistical and commercial challenges. This session is intended to provide early insight into the scale and complexity of delivering projects across global locations, alongside the operational challenges associated with international delivery. It will also offer an opportunity for organisations to share views on how future delivery models and procurement approaches can be shaped under the Procurement Act 2023. Purpose of the Engagement FCDO is progressing plans to strengthen its approach to delivering a significant portfolio of overseas estate maintenance and construction projects. These programmes vary in scale and complexity and are often delivered in challenging operational environments across multiple international locations. The forthcoming event will: - Provide early visibility of the scale, pipeline, and complexity of our overseas estates programme - Set out the delivery challenges and constraints associated with operating internationally (e.g. logistics, security, supply chain resilience, local compliance) - Enable open dialogue wi

Framework Agreements for Providing Business Travel Accommodations to FCDO in India Network

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), represented by the British High Commission in New Delhi (India), intends to competitively identify and establish Framework Agreements with suitable hotels across India for the provision of business travel accommodation services to the UK Government officials. The Framework Agreements will cover the provision of hotel accommodation and related services for UK Government officials undertaking official travel within India. Services may include accommodation, breakfast, Wi-Fi, meeting facilities, airport transfers (where available), and other associated business travel services. The Framework Agreements will be a Standalone Framework established for a four (4) years period Suitable and interested hotel suppliers are invited to participate in a Market Engagement Event. During this event, FCDO will present its requirements, provide an overview of the procurement process, and seek feedback from the market to help refine the requirement and ensure the Framework Agreements deliver best value for money, operational flexibility, and high-quality accommodation services across the India Network.

Sudan Stability Programme (SSP)

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) are exploring the option to procure a delivery partner/consortium who can lead our work on civil society and protection of civilians in Sudan for The Sudan Stability Programme (SSP). The SSP is a new programme following on from the Sudan Stability and Growth Programme (SSGP), which aims to continue and deepen the UK’s conflict resolution and mitigation work previously delivered. With no permanent UK presence in Sudan and a rapidly evolving conflict environment, the SSP will support local civil society, strengthen civilian protection, and reinforce national and regional diplomatic efforts. Building the conditions for a national-level dialogue with engagement from civil actors. The SSP’s key objectives are to: • Support grassroots civil society groups and local conflict management as means to promote social cohesion and mitigate protection risks. • Strengthening local governance institutions and promoting inclusivity, particularly considering women and other marginalised groups. • Countering misinformation, disinformation and hate speech • Producing continual conflict and political analysis that informs programmatic interventions and a broader Thinking and Working Politically approach that supports diplomatic efforts. The SSP is expected to have an overall value of up to £39 million over five years, with this specific contractual component expected to receive approximately £30 million (£6 million annually). Subject to internal approval and funding confirmation, programme delivery is expected to begin in FY 2027.

Productive Safety Net Project 6

Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security Coordination Directorate

GENERAL PROCUREMENT NOTICE Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Productive Safety Net Project 6 Social Protection Sector GENERAL PROCUREMENT NOTICE Credit No. IDA79790 & TF DO895 Project ID No. P511478 The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia has received financing in the amount of US$ 200 million equivalent from the World Bank toward the cost of the Productive Safety Net Project 6, and it intends to apply part of the proceeds to payments for goods, works, non-consulting services and consulting services to be procured under this project. This project will be jointly financed by Donor Partners: Austrian Development Agency, Global Affairs Canada, Danish International Development Agency, Government of Ireland (Irish Aid), United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), Gates Foundation, German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Royal Norwegian Embassy, Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency, UNICEF, and World Food Programme (WFP). The project will include the following components Component 1: Promote Access to better Jobs and Livelihoods Component 2: Build Resilience through Human Capital Development Component 3: Improve Effectiveness of Adaptive Social Protection System Component 4: Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, and Institutional strengthening. The project will undertake Procurement of Goods including Vehicles (estimated amount $7million), Motor Bikes (estimated amount $ 5 Million), Solar water pumps (estimated amount $ 5 million), ICT equipment ((estimated amount $ 3 Million), and consultancy services such as Independent Procurement Audits ((estimated amount $ 800 thousand), Public Works (PW) and Livelihood Implementation Reviews (estimated amount $500 Thousand), PW Impact Assessment (estimated amount $350 Thousand), Baseline study (estimated amount $450 Thousand), Mid-Term Review/study (estimated amount $450 Thousand), End-line study (est

Provision of Manned Guarding Services at Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) buildings in UK

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

The provision of manned guarding services is critical to the FCDO’s operational capability to achieve HMG’s objective to keep its asset safe and to discharge its Duty of Care to staff and visitors. The FCDO is seeking an experienced and competent Contractor to deliver this service across its Estate.

Reforms for Growth in Pakistan (RFG)

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is developing a business case for a seven-year economic governance programme in Pakistan, titled Reforms for Growth in Pakistan (RFG). RFG aims to build on the significant progress on economic reforms achieved over the past three years through predecessor programmes, capitalising on proven ways of working for this long-term agenda. RFG will use agile technical assistance, policy-driven research and economic diplomacy to support reforms to foundational federal and provincial fiscal policies, as well as policies that improve the business environment. It will focus on building institutions, to ensure sustainability after the end of the programme. The purpose of this EME is to seek market feedback and test assumptions during the programme design. This is ODA programme designed to provide agile, flexible and adaptive technical assistance and research support to the federal government, with support to the provincial governments of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab and Sindh. The programme will primarily be funded through Resource-DEL (RDEL), with a Capital-DEL (CDEL) component. The programme will focus on achieving outcomes in the following areas: • Fiscal foundations for Growth • Business environment reform Please note that the route to market is currently under development and information provided is tentative and may change with the design of business case without any prior notice.

PA23 UK2 - Preliminary market engagement notice - Compound Refurbishment Works for the British Embassy, Tokyo - Phase 2

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Project Background Following the sale of surplus land within the British Embassy Tokyo compound, FCDO is delivering a multi year phased refurbishment of the retained estate. The programme is designed to modernise the Embassy campus, address life expired infrastructure, improve security, sustainability and accessibility, and support the UK’s diplomatic objectives in Japan. The overall programme consists of three phases: • Phase 1 (Under Contract): Refurbishment and fit out of entrance and gatehouses, main office building, repurposed garages and FM suite (Block E), and seismic strengthening to retaining walls. • Phase 2 (Estimated contract value £15-20 million): Chancery Building extension and refurbishment. • Phase 3 (Estimated contract value £15-20 million): Ambassador’s Residence refurbishment, multi purpose facilities including plant, storage and parking, and site wide streetscape and landscaping (Block Z). This PME relates only to Phases 2 and 3. Scope of Future Phases Phase 2 – Chancery Building The anticipated scope includes: • Extension, remodelling and full refurbishment of the Chancery Building; • Replacement of mechanical and electrical systems; • Building fabric upgrades and internal fit out; • Accessibility and sustainability enhancements; • Associated landscaping works; • Contractor input to develop designs from RIBA Stage 3 through to RIBA Stage 4 (or Japanese equivalent), prior to construction. Phase 3 – Estate and Residential Works The anticipated scope includes: • Refurbishment of the Ambassador’s Residence; • Construction or refurbishment of a multi purpose building accommodating storage, plant and parking facilities; • Site wide streetscape improvements and landscaping; • Continued operation within a live diplomatic estate. Phasing and Packaging Considerations The Authority is currently considering a number of potential approaches to the packaging and sequencing of Phases 2 and 3. As part of this Preliminary Market Engagement, FCDO is seeking marke

CS: Healthcare and Benefits Broker Services for the British Embassy in Washington and US Network

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

The British Embassy in Washington is seeking a suitably qualified provider to deliver comprehensive brokerage services in support of its health and welfare benefits programmes for country‑based staff across the United States Network. The Network comprises the Embassy in Washington DC, the UK Mission to the United Nations in New York, eight Consulates and four Trade Offices across 13 states, employing over 550 country‑based staff. The appointed supplier will be responsible for the administration and ongoing support of the Network’s health and life benefit plans, including medical insurance (currently self‑funded), dental and vision insurance, and life and disability programmes. In addition, the supplier will provide strategic advisory services to support the design, development and continuous improvement of the benefits offering. This includes market benchmarking, cost analysis, and recommending solutions to ensure the provision remains competitive, compliant, and value for money. The supplier will be expected to lead engagement with the insurance market, including identifying suitable providers, managing competitive placement processes, and negotiating renewal terms. The role will also include ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, providing guidance on regulatory requirements, and supporting governance and reporting obligations. Ongoing services will include policy administration, renewal management, claims support, handling member enquiries, and providing timely, professional advice throughout the policy lifecycle. A strong understanding of the US insurance market, coupled with proactive account management and the ability to deliver a high‑quality, reliable and data‑driven service tailored to the Embassy’s operational needs, will be essential. The contract is expected to have an initial term of five (5) years, with the option to extend for a further two (2) years.

CS Mobile Telecoms Services supply for the British High Commission in Kingston

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

The Authority is seeking to engage the market in relation to the provision of managed mobile telecommunications services to support operational requirements. The requirement primarily relates to the delivery of mobile voice, data and SMS services, including national coverage and international roaming capability, together with associated service management, customer support and reporting. As part of the requirement, the Authority may also require the supply of mobile devices (handsets) and associated equipment. These goods are expected to be ancillary to the core service provision and may include a range of standard corporate devices, with associated pricing and lifecycle support.

NAIROBI RAILWAY CITY TA

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) are seeking proposals for delivery of Technical Assistance for Nairobi Railway City Technical Assistance Project (NRC TA) in Kenya. The contract would require the supplier to provide expertise to support Kenya Railways to fully develop and unlock the economic potential of the Railway City Project in Nairobi, Kenya. The Supplier will provide the strategic oversight of the Railway City Project, leadership, stakeholder management to ensure the effective delivery of day-to-day operations of the Contract. This will also include identification, development and delivery of Technical Assistance activities, oversight and management of the Technical Assistance expertise commissioned. The NRC TA contract will contribute to broader national objectives, including stimulating economic growth, generating employment opportunities, expanding future transport capacity, and delivering a mixed used climate resilient project that includes affordable housing in its scope.

Sudan Stability Programme (SSP)

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) are exploring the option to procure a delivery partner/consortium who can lead our work on civil society and protection of civilians in Sudan for The Sudan Stability Programme (SSP). The SSP is a new programme following on from the Sudan Stability and Growth Programme (SSGP), which aims to continue and deepen the UK’s conflict resolution and mitigation work previously delivered. With no permanent UK presence in Sudan and a rapidly evolving conflict environment, the SSP will support local civil society, strengthen civilian protection, and reinforce national and regional diplomatic efforts. Building the conditions for a national-level dialogue with engagement from civil actors. The SSP’s key objectives are to: • Support grassroots civil society groups and local conflict management as means to promote social cohesion and mitigate protection risks. • Strengthening local governance institutions and promoting inclusivity, particularly considering women and other marginalised groups. • Countering misinformation, disinformation and hate speech • Producing continual conflict and political analysis that informs programmatic interventions and a broader Thinking and Working Politically approach that supports diplomatic efforts. The SSP is expected to have an overall value of up to £39 million over five years, with this specific contractual component expected to receive approximately £30 million (£6 million annually). Subject to internal approval and funding confirmation, programme delivery is expected to begin in FY 2027.