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title: "GB-UK: BTA888 ExploreGB In-Event Coach Hire"
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# GB-UK: BTA888 ExploreGB In-Event Coach Hire

Buyer: BRITISH TOURIST AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d8cc6a10-2e06-4f3d-bb65-b5215e8c3936

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## Summary

The British Tourist Authority is seeking a travel company to provide coach transportation for the ExploreGB 2018 event through the tender titled "GB-UK: BTA888 ExploreGB In-Event Coach Hire". This procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically for the hire of buses and coaches with driver (CPV code 60172000). The tender is currently in the active stage, with a submission deadline set for 29 December 2017. The contract itself is expected to commence on 28 February 2018 and conclude by 2 March 2018. The purchasing authority has indicated a budget range from £10,000 to £25,000, with an open procurement method outlined for this process.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in coach hire services to expand their business. Companies with capabilities in providing reliable transportation solutions for events would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Given the nature of the service required, businesses with experience in event logistics and flexibility to cater to diverse transportation needs could significantly benefit from engaging in this procurement.

## Notice

VisitBritain requires a travel company to provide coach transportation throughout ExploreGB 2018. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07c424a1-71b3-4de1-9956-1cb18b45a9f8 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Feb 2018 - 2 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRITISH TOURIST AUTHORITY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 0ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver

## Release History

- 14 Dec 2017 at 13:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07c424a1-71b3-4de1-9956-1cb18b45a9f8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07c424a1-71b3-4de1-9956-1cb18b45a9f8
  14th December 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-UK:-BTA888-ExploreGB-In-Event-Coach-Hire/WW2FY6Q2WS
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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