Planning

YORK ST JOHN UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL MANAGEMENT SERVICES ITT

YORK ST JOHN UNIVERSITY

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Planning

28 May 2025 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

York St John University, located in York, United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage of its procurement process for international travel management services. This tender, titled "YORK ST JOHN UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL MANAGEMENT SERVICES ITT," seeks a qualified provider to handle international travel bookings primarily through an online platform with offline support. The contract is valued at £720,000 gross and encompasses services such as flights, accommodation, rail, car hire, and ferries. It also demands a 24x7 emergency helpline. The procurement falls under the services category with CPV classifications related to travel and management. The anticipated contract start is on 24th September 2025, running until 23rd September 2027, with potential renewal extending up to 2029. Key dates include a future notice expected on 11th June 2025.

This tender represents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in travel agency services, tour operations, and related assistance. Companies that offer sustainable travel solutions and robust 24x7 support systems will be well-suited to meet the substantial requirements outlined by the University. The broad scope and international coverage make it an attractive business expansion opportunity, especially for organisations capable of delivering comprehensive services and managing complex travel arrangements effectively. The engagement period earlier in the year highlights the importance of showcasing unique capabilities to secure this contract.

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Notice Title

YORK ST JOHN UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL MANAGEMENT SERVICES ITT

Notice Description

The University is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified provider for international travel bookings. Predominantly via an online booking platform with offline support. Full international coverage of flights, accommodation, rail, car hire and ferries. We would look for the most economical travel options, but also those that are sustainable. We require 24x7 emergency helpline support for our travellers with active monitoring of all destinations for client support when required. To view this notice, please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=953958902

Planning Information

Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May 2025 met with various suppliers to discuss their companies and capabilities and demo their platforms.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052841
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028222-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement 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

63500000 - Travel agency, tour operator and tourist assistance services

63510000 - Travel agency and similar services

63512000 - Sale of travel tickets and package tours services

63515000 - Travel services

63516000 - Travel management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Sep 2025 - 23 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
YORK ST JOHN UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Victoria Murden
Contact Email
procurement@yorksj.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01904876216

Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO31 7EX
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Guildhall
Westminster Constituency
York Central

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