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# ESFM: FM - Framework Contract - Provision of Plumbing services BHC Lusaka

Source: [Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/esfm-fm-framework-contract-provision-of-plumbing-services-bhc-lusaka-ocds-h6vhtk-06ae99). UK public procurement intelligence compiled from official UK procurement notices.

> **Tenderline Executive Summary:** Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office: "ESFM: FM - Framework Contract - Provision of Plumbing services BHC Lusaka". Published status: active. Framework Ceiling: £86,056. 1 published lot. Recorded submission deadline: 24 Jun 2026, 14:00 BST. Published submission portal: fco.bravosolution.co.uk.

## Key Information
- **Status:** ACTIVE (the published submission deadline has passed)
- **Buyer:** [Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office](https://tenderline.uk/buyers/foreign-commonwealth-and-development-office-gov-d1315)
- **Framework Ceiling (notional):** £86,056 (GBP)
- **Submission Deadline:** 24 June 2026 at 14:00 BST
- **Lots:** 1
- **Procurement Method:** Below threshold - open competition
- **Main Category:** services
- **Classifications (CPV):** Repair and maintenance services
- **Delivery Location:** ZM
- **Legal Basis:** UKPGA 2023/54
- **Official Documents:** 1 published documents & notices ([view on Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/esfm-fm-framework-contract-provision-of-plumbing-services-bhc-lusaka-ocds-h6vhtk-06ae99#documents))
- **OCID:** `ocds-h6vhtk-06ae99`

## Before you bid
Deciding whether to bid? The Tenderline page for this tender carries the competition and buyer analysis this notice does not:

- **Expected competition:** how many bids lots like this attract, from past awards in the same market.
- **Who could compete:** suppliers who have won similar work, and who holds the current contract.
- **Buyer track record:** earlier work for this buyer, its unexpired awards, and how its awards compared with its estimates.
- **Price forecast:** the commercial price range for each lot, with the middle 50% of comparable awards.

- **What it takes to win:** selection and award criteria, lot by lot.
- **Contract history:** what this tender replaces, and every notice in the procedure.

[Open the competition and buyer analysis](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/esfm-fm-framework-contract-provision-of-plumbing-services-bhc-lusaka-ocds-h6vhtk-06ae99#tl-md)

## Submission
- **Submission Platform:** [fco.bravosolution.co.uk](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffco.bravosolution.co.uk)
- **How to bid:** https://tenderline.uk/tenders/esfm-fm-framework-contract-provision-of-plumbing-services-bhc-lusaka-ocds-h6vhtk-06ae99#participate

## Description
This procurement is for the provision of plumbing maintenance services and associated works for the British High Commission (BHC) Lusaka estate, covering both office and residential properties.
The requirement is based on the Terms of Reference (ToR) and procurement plan, which define the scope, service standards, and performance expectations for a comprehensive plumbing maintenance contract. The objective is to ensure that all plumbing systems and infrastructure are safe, functional, compliant, and effectively maintained across the estate. 
Extent of Requirement
The services will be delivered across 18 properties, including the BHC office, the High Commissioner’s Residence, Leopards Green Compound, and standalone houses. 
The contract will be established as a multi-supplier framework with up to three (3) contractors, to ensure resilience, flexibility, and continuity of service delivery
Scope of Goods, Services and Works
The contractor(s) will provide all necessary labour, supervision, tools, materials, and equipment required to deliver plumbing services, including:
• Routine and emergency plumbing maintenance
• Repairs to pipework, drainage, and wastewater systems
• Maintenance of geysers, pumps, boreholes, and water systems
• Installation works, system upgrades, and new plumbing infrastructure
• Planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
• Fault finding and emergency repair works
Service Delivery Requirements
The services must be delivered on a continuous and demand-led basis, including:
• 24/7 emergency response capability
• Response to emergency incidents within approximately 2–3 hours, depending on severity
• Provision of both reactive maintenance and planned preventative maintenance
• Ability to support multiple sites simultaneously
Contractors must ensure:
• Safe and compliant operation of all plumbing systems
• High-quality workmanship and efficient service delivery
• Timely response to maintenance issues
• Long-term sustainability of estate assets
Contract Duration 
• Initial contract duration: 36 months
• Optional extension: 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance of the appointed service providers.

## Lots (1)
### Lot 1: Untitled lot
- **Lot id:** `1`
- **Status:** active
- **CPV codes:** 50000000
- **Delivery regions:** ZM
- **Delivery countries in notice:** ZM
- **Estimated Value:** £86,056

- **Contract Period:** 31/07/2026 to 31/07/2029
- **Renewal published:** yes

## Provenance and Official Sources
- **Official Notice:** [Find a Tender notice](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.find-tender.service.gov.uk%2FNotice%2F053285-2026)
- **Last Source Update:** 2026-06-05T11:18:30.000Z
- **This document generated:** 2026-10-27T23:39:41.855Z
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