---
title: "School Tour"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064c13"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-02-10"
---

# School Tour

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064c13

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## Summary

The University of Exeter has awarded a contract for services related to a School Tour for the APEX 2100 preseason Rugby Tour. This procurement process, which has now reached its completion stage, was conducted through a direct procurement method below the threshold, meaning it proceeded without competition. The contract commenced on 9th June 2025 and is set to end on 8th June 2026. Located in Exeter, UK, the procurement falls under the category of travel agency, tour operator, and tourist assistance services, aligning with the industry code 63500000. The award was made on 10th February 2026, and the awarded contract holds a gross value of £47,019 GBP.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses operating in the travel and tourism industry, especially those offering specialised services in sports travel. The procurement was awarded to Living With The Lions Sports Travel Ltd, an SME well-suited to meet the needs of educational and sporting organisations seeking tailored travel solutions. Companies in this sector with expertise in managing comprehensive travel arrangements for large groups and possessing a keen understanding of client-specific requirements are likely to benefit from such contracts, positioning themselves as preferred suppliers in similar future tenders.

## Notice

School Tour for the APEX 2100 preseason Rugby Tour

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011716-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Jun 2025 - 8 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £47,019 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LIVING WITH THE LIONS SPORTS TRAVEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 63500000 - Travel agency, tour operator and tourist assistance services

## Release History

- 10 Feb 2026 at 10:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011716-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011716-2026
  10th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.exeter.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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