Award

International Travel services via Turing/Erasmus

ST HELENS COLLEGE

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Award

11 Mar 2026 at 16:29

Summary of the contracting process

St Helens College, a sub-central government public authority located in St Helens, United Kingdom, has successfully awarded a contract for International Travel Services via Turing/Erasmus. This procurement, categorised within the higher education services industry, aims to provide students with travel opportunities for community involvement and work experience in international destinations. Overseeing the process was the procurement manager, Annmarie Orchard, who facilitated a limited competition method below the threshold. The contract stage has been completed, with THINK PACIFIC LIMITED securing the award. The contract period spans from 17 February 2026 to 16 February 2027, with a total gross value of £125,000.

This tender unlocks vital opportunities for growth in the travel and tourism sector, particularly for companies specialising in hotel, air transport, travel agency, and educational services. Businesses that can offer comprehensive logistical support, including transportation, accommodation, and the facilitation of educational and cultural experiences, would be well-suited to compete in such opportunities. With the backing of initiatives like Turing/Erasmus, ventures aimed at enhancing students' global exposure could find significant business expansion avenues through similar projects.

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Notice Title

International Travel services via Turing/Erasmus

Notice Description

The college is looking for a supplier who can provide services in supporting Funding applications as well as providing work experience opportunities in international destinations. The trips are for students to become involved in the local community and gain work experience. The supplier can provide flights, accommodation and other forms of transportation. Note award is subject to securing funding.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0667a1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021985-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

55000000 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

60400000 - Air transport services

63500000 - Travel agency, tour operator and tourist assistance services

80300000 - Higher education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£104,167 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Feb 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 Feb 2026 - 16 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ST HELENS COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ST HELENS
Postcode
WA10 1PP
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
St. Helens
Electoral Ward
St Helens Town Centre
Westminster Constituency
St Helens South and Whiston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THINK PACIFIC

Further Information

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