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CS: Medical - Brokerage and Medical Insurance Services for the British Embassy in Quito

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office · Central government

In brief

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has announced plans to buy financial services work. This is an early notice: there is nothing to bid on yet, but it tells you a tender may follow.

The estimated value is £495,722 excluding VAT.

The contract runs for 3 years, up to 5 years with extensions, starting 2 November 2026.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.

Can I win this?

Competition

Typical: a median of 3 bids per contract for this buyer (from 66 awards in the last 12 months).

What the notice says

The British Embassy in Quito is seeking a suitably qualified supplier to provide comprehensive Brokerage and Medical Insurance services to support the healthcare needs of its staff and eligible dependants. The appointed supplier will be expected to advise on appropriate medical insurance solutions, manage relationships with insurers, ensure policies remain compliant with local regulations, and provide ongoing support throughout the policy lifecycle. This includes assisting with renewals, handling policy administration, supporting claims processes, responding to member enquiries, and offering timely, professional advice on coverage, benefits, and market developments. A strong understanding of the local insurance market, proactive client support, and the ability to deliver a reliable, high‑quality service tailored to the Embassy’s operational needs are key requirements of this contract.

How to bid

  1. Read the full notice on Find a Tender, including any tender documents it links to.
  2. Register your organisation on the Central Digital Platform (through Find a Tender) if you have not already. Suppliers need to be registered to take part in procurements under the Procurement Act 2023.
  3. Follow the submission instructions in the notice; it does not name an e-tendering portal.

Timeline

  1. Preliminary market engagement notice · UK2, notice 043237-2026

Last time this was bought

Medical Insurance Services for British Embassy Amman

Awarded
7 May 2026
Value
£887,348
Bids
2
Contract ends
30 April 2027

Matched on Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, the type of work and the title. Check the notice to be sure.

About the buyer

Procurements

446

Awards

278

Suppliers it has used most for financial services

  1. Motor Fleet Insurance Renewal

    James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustNorth East, North West, Yorkshire and the Humber, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, South East, South WestFinancial services and insurance

    Open9 days left

    £21kestimated
  2. ESNEFT 3197 Charitable Funds Investment

    East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation TrustNorth East, North West, Yorkshire and the Humber, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, South East, South WestFinancial services and insurance

    Open10 days leftExpress interestSuitable for SMEs

    £278kestimated
  3. CS-People: Group Medical Insurance & Accidental Insurance for Country Based Staff (and their dependents) of British High Commission in India

    Foreign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeLondonFinancial services and insurance

    Open30 days leftExpress interestSuitable for SMEs

    £2.2mestimated
  4. The Provision of Firefighter Pension and Administration and Pensioner Payroll Services

    Cleveland Fire AuthorityNorth East, North West, Yorkshire and the Humber, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, South East, South WestFinancial services and insurance

    Open33 days leftSuitable for SMEs

    £500kestimated

From notice 043237-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 11 May 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.