Travel Management Service

THE SMB GROUP

There are 2 contracts in this contracting process.

Summary of the contracting process

The SMB Group is currently facilitating a tender for a comprehensive Travel Management Service, which includes support for general travel and the Apprenticeship Programme. This active procurement process is categorised under travel management services and is situated within several regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. As of now, the process is in the tender stage with important deadlines set; the deadline for expressions of interest is 23rd May 2025, and the enrolment period will conclude by 21st May 2025. The procurement is proceeding via a selective method using a Competitive Flexible Procedure, with potential acceleration due to the utilities' non-central government category. The estimated contract value is £800,000 gross, and the contract period is proposed from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2026.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses within the travel management industry, particularly those capable of offering bespoke accommodation arrangements and travel coordination for educational programmes. Suitable candidates are likely to be service providers that can cater to both low and high-volume travel needs, and potentially small and medium enterprises or voluntary sector organisations. With the procurement's focus on quality, cost, and social value, businesses able to demonstrate high standards in these areas stand to benefit significantly. The chance to work closely with The SMB Group and support their academic and apprenticeship programmes represents a valuable opportunity for growth and diversification within the sector.

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Tender

Travel Management Service

THE SMB GROUP

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

9th May 2025 11:44:54 AM
Contract Summary

Service provider to provide full management service for general travel arrangements, Lot 1 Rail, Taxi, flights, Hotel/Accommodation - Lot 1 Service provider to provide full management service for the SMB Groups Apprenticeship Programme - Bespoke in Hotel bookings, individual, block and bulk - example 10+ - 80+ per month. Travel between hotel and college to be supported and full safeguarding supported by hotel. full criteria in the ITT
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-050bb4

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Selective

Procurement Method Details

Competitive Flexible Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

THE SMB GROUP

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurement@smbgroup.ac.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Stephenson College Thornborough Road

Coalville

LE67 3TN

United Kingdom

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Planning

Travel Management Service

THE SMB GROUP

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

1st May 2025 15:12:44 PM

Planning Deadline

30th May 2025 22:59:59 PM 15 days remaining
Contract Summary

The SMB Group require the expertise of a one point of contact travel management service. This will cover the bookings of train, flights, taxi's and hotels for general use currently low volume and high volume hotel / accommodation bookings ideally with some special rates and selected hotel brands in support of our curriculum Apprenticeship Programme.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-050bb4

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

N/A

Procurement Method Details

N/A

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

THE SMB GROUP

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurement@smbgroup.ac.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 01530836136

Buyer Address

Stephenson College Thornborough Road

Coalville

LE67 3TN

United Kingdom

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Travel Management Service

THE SMB GROUP

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Travel Management Service

THE SMB GROUP

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