Scope
Reference
COM/12502/2026
Description
The Authority is seeking to engage the market ahead of a forthcoming procurement for the provision of 24/7 security services for both the Embassy office and the designated residence.
Total value (estimated)
- £340,000 excluding VAT
- £340,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2028
- Possible extension to 31 August 2031
- 5 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79710000 - Security services
Contract locations
- KH - Cambodia
Engagement
Engagement deadline
25 March 2026
Engagement process description
Interested suppliers are invited to express their interest in this Preliminary Market Engagement by sending an email to mnlprocurement@fcdo.gov.uk no later than 25 March 2026.
Suppliers should include their company profile and the necessary company details, such as business registration, address, key contacts, years of operation, and relevant security service experience.
Upon submitting their expression of interest, suppliers may also indicate if they wish to register on Jaggaer to participate in the upcoming tender.
Information gathered through this engagement will assist the Authority in refining the final procurement approach. Participation in this PME does not constitute any commitment to tender nor guarantee inclusion in the subsequent procurement stage.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
1 May 2026
Contracting authority
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXRR-8771-PHVX
King Charles Street
London
SW1A 2AH
United Kingdom
Contact name: Regional Procurement Hub - APAC & MENA
Email: mnlprocurement@fcdo.gov.uk
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-development-office
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government