--- title: "Decarbonising the Supply Chain: Inbound Tour Operator (North America)" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000747999" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000747999" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000747999.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000747999.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "VISITSCOTLAND" published: "2024-03-22" --- # Decarbonising the Supply Chain: Inbound Tour Operator (North America) Buyer: VISITSCOTLAND Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000747999 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000747999) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000747999.json) ## Summary VisitScotland has completed the procurement process for the tender titled "Decarbonising the Supply Chain: Inbound Tour Operator (North America)". The procurement process was managed by VisitScotland as the buying organisation based in Edinburgh, UK. The procurement falls under the industry category of Marketing/Tourism services. The tender focused on decarbonisation efforts in Scotland through the development of product, programme, marketing, and promotional activities. The deadline for submission and award took place on 2023-11-20. This tender by VisitScotland presents an opportunity for businesses in the Marketing/Tourism sector, particularly Inbound Tour Operators interested in North American markets, to participate in sustainable tourism initiatives and contribute to decarbonisation efforts in Scotland. Businesses with a focus on developing products, assisting in programme development, and marketing activities would be well-suited to compete in this tender. The procurement method used was an open procedure. Interested businesses should take note of the deadline and submission details to maximise their chances of success. ## Notice VisitScotland, supported by its appointed Sustainable Tourism Specialist, has appointed an Inbound Tour Operator (North America) to develop product, assist in programme development, marketing & promotional activity with shared learnings, to support decarbonisation of the supply chain in Scotland. ### Lot Information Lot 1 VisitScotland, supported by its appointed Sustainable Tourism Specialist, has appointed an Inbound Tour Operator (North America) to develop product, assist in programme development, marketing & promotional activity with shared learnings, to support decarbonisation of the supply chain in Scotland.. Year 2 and Year 3 extensions will be dependent on budget and learnings and will look to secure additional tour operator(s) focusing on additional campaigns in North America along with other dedicated market specific campaigns (e.g. German market). Renewal: 2 x 12 months ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR501615 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Mar 2024 | | Submission deadline | 20 Nov 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 12 Jan 2024 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £80,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | VISITSCOTLAND | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH6 6JH | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh | | Local authority | City of Edinburgh | | Electoral ward | City Centre | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | THE 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 - 22 Mar 2024 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR501615 - 19 Oct 2023 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT490820 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT490820&idx=1 19th October 2023 - ITT - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT490820&idx=2 19th October 2023 - SoR - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT490820&idx=3 19th October 2023 - SPD - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT490820&idx=4 19th October 2023 - Pricing - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT490820&idx=5 19th October 2023 - Form of Contract - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT490820 Decarbonising the Supply Chain: Inbound Tour Operator (North America) - VisitScotland, supported by its appointed Sustainable Tourism Specialist, is seeking to work with an Inbound Tour Operator (North America) to develop product, assist in programme development, marketing & promotional activity with shared learnings, to support decarbonisation of the supply chain in Scotland. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR501615 Decarbonising the Supply Chain: Inbound Tour Operator (North America) - VisitScotland, supported by its appointed Sustainable Tourism Specialist, has appointed an Inbound Tour Operator (North America) to develop product, assist in programme development, marketing & promotional activity with shared learnings, to support decarbonisation of the supply chain in Scotland. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.visitscotland.org - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000747999 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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