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 is initiating a public procurement process to secure an international travel management services provider. The tender, titled "YORK ST JOHN UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL MANAGEMENT SERVICES ITT", focuses on services related to travel bookings, including flights, accommodation, rail, car hire, and ferries, with an emphasis on economical and sustainable options. The procurement process is in the planning stage, with the deadline for tender submissions set for 7th July 2025. The contract, which covers services across the UK region UKE21, will commence on 24th September 2025 and may extend until 23rd September 2029, contingent on service performance. The procurement uses an open procedure, and the total contract value is estimated at £600,000 to £720,000 gross.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in travel management services, particularly those offering an online platform with robust offline support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. The inclusion of criteria such as the capability of online and offline support, sustainability, social value, and pricing indicates a procurement process that values comprehensive service delivery and value for money. Businesses adept at offering full international travel coverage with 24/7 support and a focus on sustainability could find significant growth potential via this procurement opportunity.

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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=953968255

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: This will be a 2-year contract, with an additional 1+1 years extensions on provision of excellent service.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052842
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028223-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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

63512000 - Sale of travel tickets and package tours services

63516000 - Travel management services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jul 2025Expired
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
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
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
01904 876216

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
TLE21 York

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Guildhall
Westminster Constituency
York Central

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