---
title: "International Travel services via Turing/Erasmus"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0667a1"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ST HELENS COLLEGE"
published: "2026-03-11"
---

# International Travel services via Turing/Erasmus

Buyer: ST HELENS COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0667a1

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021985-2026 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 17 Feb 2026 - 16 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £104,167 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ST HELENS COLLEGE |
| Locality | ST HELENS |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA10 1PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD71 East Merseyside |
| Local authority | St. Helens |
| Electoral ward | St Helens Town Centre |
| Westminster constituency | St Helens South and Whiston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THINK PACIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### 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

### 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

## Release History

- 11 Mar 2026 at 16:29 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021985-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021985-2026
  11th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.thinkpacific.com
- https://www.StHelens.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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