Tender

GB-London: BTA1088 Provision of Coach Services for ExploreGB 2019 Event

BRITISH TOURIST AUTHORITY

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Tender

21 Jan 2019 at 14:59

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Tourist Authority is seeking tenders for the provision of coach services for the ExploreGB 2019 event, which is scheduled to take place in Harrogate from 8 to 10 May 2019. This procurement falls under the services category related to the hire of buses and coaches with driver (CPV 60172000). The open procurement process requires submissions by the deadline of 4 February 2019. The total estimated contract value is £100,000, with a minimum contract value of £50,000, and the contract period will commence on 1 March 2019 and conclude on 31 May 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in coach transport services, especially those experienced in managing transportation for large events. With a focus on delivering a first-class experience to international buyers and media representatives, businesses that can demonstrate reliability and quality in service provision would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. This is an advantageous opportunity for SMEs looking to expand their client base within the tourism sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: BTA1088 Provision of Coach Services for ExploreGB 2019 Event

Notice Description

In May 2019, VisitBritain is hosting more than 250 top international buyers from over 40 countries, as well as around 20-30 international media specially selected by its teams around the world. These guests will take part in VisitBritain's largest annual international industry event, ExploreGB from 8 - 10 May 2019 in Harrogate, where they will meet and do business with around 200 British and Irish tourism suppliers and destinations. The event will be complimented by large-scale educational trips around Britain for the international delegates. Educationals are the best way of showcasing the Great British product to buyers from across the world. ExploreGB's trips will develop understanding of the nations and regions of Britain and offer a wider choice of itineraries for buyers. Strictly by invitation only, these delegates are all key decision-makers in booking Britain and naturally VisitBritain wants to provide them with a first class experience throughout their stay. VisitBritain requires a travel company to provide coach transportation for its 20 educationals around the ExploreGB event in Harrogate taking place on 8-10 May 2019. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7b24a31d-4d4b-47ac-becb-a823cdc1b755
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bde05cf-14af-46c4-88f4-1cdf546010d6
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2019 - 31 May 2019 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH TOURIST AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1W 9SZ
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Pimlico North
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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