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TRAVEL MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR BRITISH EMBASSY MANILA

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

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02 Sep 2018 at 23:44

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Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office is seeking travel management services for the British Embassy in Manila. This procurement falls within the supporting and auxiliary transport services industry, with the tender for this contract having been awarded on 14th August 2018. The contract is set to commence on the same date and will run until 13th August 2019. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure below the threshold, and the tender process ended on 19th July 2018.

This contract presents significant opportunities for travel agencies and management service providers looking to expand their operations, particularly those with experience in handling both domestic and international travel for governmental clients. Companies that can provide comprehensive services, including travel reservations, insurance, and security reports, would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts within the public sector. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, indicating that there are potential avenues for businesses of varying sizes to engage in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TRAVEL MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR BRITISH EMBASSY MANILA

Notice Description

The Contractor shall provide travel management services for official domestic and international travel of British Embassy staff in Manila. Travel management services includes but is not limited to: - Travel reservations and ticketing services - Travel insurance; - Passports and visas processing; - Travel updates (i.e. cancellation, changes in terminal or airlines); - Travel management reports (quarterly); and - Travel security reports (monthly); Additional information: URL is https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk/ (requires registration), then navigate to Project_1702/ ITT _2305.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a1d2d160-e0f3-41eb-85bc-b3f8f568f5cf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7763cbfc-cc2a-4e76-81fa-8dc9fc8e9b87
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

63000000 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£399,002 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Sep 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jul 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Aug 20187 years ago
Contract Period
13 Aug 2018 - 13 Aug 2019 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE
Contact Name
APAC Procurement
Contact Email
apac.procurement@fco.gov.uk
Contact Phone
6328582200

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MARSMAN DRYSDALE TRAVEL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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