Scope
Description
The British Embassy in Buenos Aires requested capital funding to progressively replace the HVAC units at the HMA’s Residence in Buenos Aires. Given the scale of the works, the project was structured and approved to be delivered in four phases to allow for operational continuity and budget management.
The current request relates to Phase 2 of the programme, which includes the replacement of 12 HVAC units. Capital funding has been granted for this phase, with an allocated installation budget. Post successfully completed Phase 1, during which 16 units were replaced. Daikin Argentina S.A. was appointed for both equipment supply and installation, and their performance during that stage was excellent, ensuring timely delivery, compliance with technical standards, and minimal disruption to operations.
Contract 2
Supplier
Contract value
- £26,007.72 excluding VAT
- £26,007.72 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
4 February 2026
Contract dates
- 4 February 2026 to 29 July 2026
- 5 months, 26 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79993100 - Facilities management services
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - limited competition
Supplier
Daikin Air Conditioning Argentina SA
Avenida del Libertador 1295, 2do Piso, Vicente López
Buenos Aires
B1638BEL
Argentina
Email: maraldi@daikin-argentina.com
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 2
Contracting authority
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXRR-8771-PHVX
King Charles Street
London
SW1A 2AH
United Kingdom
Email: Ame.Procurement2@fcdo.gov.uk
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-development-office
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government