Tender

GB-UK: BTA888 ExploreGB In-Event Coach Hire

BRITISH TOURIST AUTHORITY

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Tender

14 Dec 2017 at 13:42

Summary of the contracting process

The British Tourist Authority is seeking a travel company to provide coach transportation for the ExploreGB 2018 event through the tender titled "GB-UK: BTA888 ExploreGB In-Event Coach Hire". This procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically for the hire of buses and coaches with driver (CPV code 60172000). The tender is currently in the active stage, with a submission deadline set for 29 December 2017. The contract itself is expected to commence on 28 February 2018 and conclude by 2 March 2018. The purchasing authority has indicated a budget range from £10,000 to £25,000, with an open procurement method outlined for this process.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in coach hire services to expand their business. Companies with capabilities in providing reliable transportation solutions for events would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Given the nature of the service required, businesses with experience in event logistics and flexibility to cater to diverse transportation needs could significantly benefit from engaging in this procurement.

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Notice Title

GB-UK: BTA888 ExploreGB In-Event Coach Hire

Notice Description

VisitBritain requires a travel company to provide coach transportation throughout ExploreGB 2018. 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07c424a1-71b3-4de1-9956-1cb18b45a9f8
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
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Dec 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Dec 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Feb 2018 - 2 Mar 2018 30 days
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
BRITISH TOURIST AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Michael Burke
Contact Email
procurement@visitbritain.org
Contact Phone
02075781064

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0ET
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

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