Planning

Auschwitz-Birkenau Educational Trip Managed Services

METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE

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Planning

06 Feb 2025 at 09:46

Summary of the contracting process

The Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) is preparing to release a tender titled "Auschwitz-Birkenau Educational Trip Managed Services" in the travel services category. The procurement process, currently in the planning stage, aims to contract a service provider for educational trips to Auschwitz-Birkenau for members of the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS). This initiative, classified under travel agency and similar services (CPV code 63510000), encompasses various elements such as airport meet and greet in Poland, local transfers, English-speaking guides, full board accommodation close to Auschwitz-Birkenau, and a comprehensive tour of the site. The tender notice, expected in early March 2025, will detail the procurement process and documentation required. The contract is valued at GBP 180,000 and will initially cover a period of two years, with potential extensions of up to two more years.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in travel management and educational tours. Companies offering comprehensive travel packages, including tour guide services and logistical support in international locations, are well-suited to compete. The contract aims to accommodate approximately 200 participants annually through multiple trips, providing ongoing business and potential for growth. Organisations adept in handling complex travel arrangements, providing high-quality customer service, and demonstrating cost efficiencies will find this opportunity particularly appealing.

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Notice Title

Auschwitz-Birkenau Educational Trip Managed Services

Notice Description

The Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) (the "Authority") wishes to select and appoint a suitable contractor to allow members of the MPS to raise their knowledge and awareness of the Holocaust by facilitating educational visits to Auschwitz-Birkenau. It is anticipated that the following will be in scope of the contract opportunity: Airport meet and greet in Poland Transfers in Poland English speaking guide Full board accommodation for one night Accommodation within 60 minute drive of Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour of Auschwitz Birkenau

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) (the "Authority") wishes to select and appoint a suitable contractor to allow members of the MPS to raise their knowledge and awareness of the Holocaust by facilitating educational visits to Auschwitz-Birkenau. The initial contract is to cover 2 years with two optional extensions by up to 12 months each subject to cost negotiations (2+1+1). The goal is for circa. 200 individuals to take the trip annually, across four trips.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04dc12
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003902-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63510000 - Travel agency and similar services

63511000 - Organisation of package tours

63512000 - Sale of travel tickets and package tours services

63513000 - Tourist information services

63514000 - Tourist guide services

63515000 - Travel services

63516000 - Travel management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
10 Mar 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE
Contact Name
Joseph Issberner
Contact Email
joseph.issberner@met.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2JL
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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