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Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the provision of a Travel and Expense Tool

COMMONWEALTH SECRETARIAT

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29 Jan 2025 at 11:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Commonwealth Secretariat is seeking bids for the provision of a Travel and Expense Tool to automate and streamline their end-to-end T&E process, improving user experience and organizational efficiency. This open procedure under the classification of computer-related services (CPV code 72500000) targets the procurement of services valued at GBP 200,000. The procurement stage is currently active with the tender period closing on 26th February 2025. The implementation is scheduled to commence on 30th May 2025 and continue until 29th May 2030. This opportunity is based in London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a prime opportunity for SMEs specialising in software development and IT services to expand their business by securing a significant contract with an esteemed international organization like the Commonwealth Secretariat. Companies with expertise in travel and expense management systems would be well-suited to compete and deliver the necessary technological solutions to meet the Commonwealth Secretariat's requirements. The contract duration and substantial budget offer substantial business growth potential for the winning bidder.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the provision of a Travel and Expense Tool

Notice Description

The Commonwealth Secretariat is planning to implement a Travel & Expense Tool in order to automate and streamline the beginning to end Travel & Expense ("T&E") process and achieve an improved user experience and efficiencies across the organisation. Additional information: Full details on how to apply for this contract can be found in the Invitation to Tender (ITT) -Section 4, Page 5 Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cd1fb187-21af-4690-9d21-e70475833e28
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3190b2dd-eda1-4630-b45f-32d265317923
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72500000 - Computer-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 May 2025 - 29 May 2030 Over 5 years
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
COMMONWEALTH SECRETARIAT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1Y 5HX
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
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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