PROVISION OF SECURITY GUARDING SERVICES FOR BRITISH EMBASSY HARARE
The contract covers fully managed security guarding services for the British Embassy in Harare, Zimbabwe, procured by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, the UK government department responsible for international relations and overseas diplomatic operations. The supplier must provide static security posts, foot patrols, mobile response, alarm monitoring and a 24/7 command-and-control capability. Staffing levels, supervision, shift patterns and rotation arrangements must maintain operational resilience and uninterrupted service delivery throughout the contract. The estimated contract value is £1,494,082; the contract duration is not stated in the available information. Services will be delivered at the British Embassy in Harare, Zimbabwe. The critical qualification requirement is not specified in the available tender details, although bidders must be able to deliver the complete managed guarding solution and maintain continuous operational coverage.
Buyer: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 16 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £1.5m
- Bids close: 10 Nov 2026
- Location: Westminster
- Procedure: Competitive flexible procedure
- Contract period: 1 May 2027 to 30 Apr 2030
- Category: Security services (79710000)
From the official notice
The Contractor will be responsible for delivering a fully managed guarding solution, including static posts, foot patrols, mobile response, alarm monitoring, and a 24/7 command-and-control capability. Staffing levels, supervision, shift patterns and rotation arrangements must always ensure operational resilience and continuity.
View the official notice
Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 10 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £1.5m.
Who can apply?
Any supplier that meets the buyer's requirements can apply. Check the official notice for conditions.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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