Tender

Providing Travel Management Services to British High Commission Islamabad and British Deputy High Commission Karachi

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

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Tender

05 Oct 2018 at 12:07

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) is initiating a procurement process for providing travel management services to the British High Commission in Islamabad and the British Deputy High Commission in Karachi. This tender, titled "Providing Travel Management Services to British High Commission Islamabad and British Deputy High Commission Karachi," falls under the industry category of travel management services (CPV 63516000). The tender period will close on 5th November 2018, and contracts are expected to commence on 1st January 2019, lasting until 31st December 2019. The procurement method being employed is an open procedure, allowing broad participation from potential suppliers.

This opportunity is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering comprehensive travel management solutions. The nature of the services required implies that businesses with expertise in travel logistics, corporate travel planning, and related support services would find this tender to be an excellent fit. Participating in this contract could enhance business growth by establishing relationships with a significant government entity and potentially leading to further opportunities within various departments of Her Majesty's Government.

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Notice Title

Providing Travel Management Services to British High Commission Islamabad and British Deputy High Commission Karachi

Notice Description

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) ("the Authority") through the British High Commissions (BHC) in Islamabad and Deputy High Commissions (BDHC) in Karachi which represent the British Government in its relations with Governments in Pakistan. The UK Diplomatic Missions in these countries are part of the FCO's global network of such offices in more than 170 countries. The FCO is responsible to the British Government for all aspects of the relationship between the UK and partner countries, including the management of political relations, trade policy, visa and entry clearance services for those wanting to travel to the UK, and proving consular assistance and protection for British citizens. In order to meet business needs the FCO requires the services of a professionally competent and security equipped Travel Management Consultant ("the Supplier") able to provide a range of services for staff working for and with all departments of Her Majesty's Government. The Government Departments are referred to collectively as OneHMG. The key members of OneHMG include, but are not limited to, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO), British Council (BC) and Partners across other Government Departments. Additional information: In order to be considered for this project it and receive pre-qualification and/or tender information it is necessary that you register your company (including any relevant information requested) on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office Procurement Portal, e-Bravo. Failure to do this will mean your company may not receive a Tender; no tenders will be issued via open e-mail. Project 1915, ITT 2601: Providing Travel Management Services to British High Commission Islamabad and British Deputy High Commission Karachi How to apply in this Project: 1. Register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once) - Browse to the eSourcing Portal: https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk and click the link to register. - Accept the terms and conditions and click "continue" - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose and click "Save" when complete - you will shortly receive an e-mail with your unique password (please keep this secure). 2. Login to the portal with the username/password - Click on the relevant Invitation to Tender (ITT) to access the content - You can now access any attachments by clicking the "Settings and Buyer Attachments" in the "Actions" box; Responding to the ITT - You can choose to "Reply" or "Reject" (please give a reason if rejecting) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek clarification - Note the deadline for completion, - There may be a mixture of online & offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available), You must then publish your reply using the publish button in the "Actions" box on the left-hand side of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the the online help or contact the eTendering help desk. Potential Providers should answer all questions as accurately and concisely as possible in the same order as the questions are presented. Where a question is not relevant to the Potential Provider's organisation, this should be indicated, with an explanation. Where attachments are requested to be submitted within the electronic PQQ/ITT, these shall be submitted in a PDF format (Adobe or similar). PQQ/ITT or Bids not submitted via the FCO's eProcurement portal will not be considered.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-74c11b7a-ab99-4c5f-abcf-00641621ef13
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e8f55db-c6a1-46a6-9df1-777385d34ef8
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63516000 - Travel management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Nov 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEW DELHI
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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