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title: "YORK ST JOHN UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL MANAGEMENT SERVICES ITT"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-054698"
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buyer: "YORK ST JOHN UNIVERSITY"
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# YORK ST JOHN UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL MANAGEMENT SERVICES ITT

Buyer: YORK ST JOHN UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-054698

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## Summary

York St John University has successfully completed a procurement process awarding Key Travel Limited a contract for International Travel Management Services. This procurement, which falls under the category of supporting and auxiliary transport services, was conducted through an open procedure. The tender, titled "YORK ST JOHN UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL MANAGEMENT SERVICES ITT," required a provider capable of managing comprehensive international travel bookings, including flights, accommodation, rail, car hire, and ferries, with an emphasis on sustainability and economical options. The location for service delivery is York, UK, and the award was finalised on 17th July 2025. The contract period begins on 25th September 2025 and is initially set for two years, with potential extensions of up to two additional years based on service performance.

This tender represented a substantial business opportunity with a gross contract value of £720,000, ideal for businesses specialising in travel management services. The procurement process attracted a diverse range of bidders, with six bids received, and nearly all reaching the final stage—a testament to its competitive nature. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were particularly encouraged to participate, and the contract's open procedure provided a level playing field for businesses aiming to expand their service offerings within the public sector. Companies with strong online and offline support capabilities, as well as those that can offer innovative and sustainable travel solutions, would likely find such opportunities highly beneficial for growth and long-term collaboration with academic institutions like York St John University.

## Notice

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. If required - the access code is DE8Z7PHHWM. To view this notice, please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=966743354

### Lot Information

Lot 1

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

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041067-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 24 Sep 2025 - 24 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| Lots value | £600,000 |
| Awards value | £600,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | YORK ST JOHN UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO31 7EX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE21 York |
| Local authority | York |
| Electoral ward | Guildhall |
| Westminster constituency | York Central |
| Delivery location | TLE21 York |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KEY TRAVEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63000000 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 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

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2025 at 15:05 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041067-2025
- 11 Jun 2025 at 11:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031489-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041067-2025
  17th July 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031489-2025
  11th June 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=966743354
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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