---
title: "DfT Group Managed Service for Meetings and Events"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068a09"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT"
published: "2026-04-23"
---

# DfT Group Managed Service for Meetings and Events

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068a09

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## Summary

The Department for Transport is in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "DfT Group Managed Service for Meetings and Events," located in London, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting travel management services. The planned contract period is from 16 February 2027 to 15 February 2030, with an option for renewal up to 15 February 2031. The estimated value is £14,000,000 net (£16,800,000 gross). Interested parties should note that a future notice date is set for 1 February 2027, indicating the opening of tender submissions for this opportunity.

This tender provides a remarkable opportunity for businesses specializing in travel management services, particularly those able to offer comprehensive solutions for offsite meetings and events. With a strong preference for SMEs, this contract can drive significant business growth and visibility in public sector engagements. Ideal candidates will have the capacity to handle large-scale service provision, thus fostering potential long-term partnerships with central government bodies and enhancing their portfolio with high-profile clients. The procurement method is planned under the UK's legal framework, ensuring a structured and transparent selection process.

## Notice

Managed service for the provision of offsite meetings and events.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037277-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Feb 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 16 Feb 2027 - 15 Feb 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DR |
| 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 | Vincent Square |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 63516000 - Travel management services

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2026 at 15:37 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037277-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037277-2026
  23rd April 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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