NEPO507 - Travel Management Services

Location

United Kingdom:

Description

The Association of North East Councils Trading as the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) is seeking to establish a sole -supplier, single-lot Framework for Travel Management Services for use by Contracting Authorities throughout the United Kingdom.

Renewal Options

2 x 12 month extensions are available. Extensions will subject to an options appraisal and review 12 months prior to the end date of the Framework, inclusive of any extensions taken. NEPO reserves the right to take up or disregard any available extension at its discretion.

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 55110000 - Hotel accommodation services
• 55120000 - Hotel meeting and conference services
• 55130000 - Other hotel services
• 63515000 - Travel services
• 63516000 - Travel management services
• 79997000 - Business travel services
• 85323000 - Community health services

Indicators

• This is a recurring contract.
• Renewals are available.

Legal Justification

In accordance with Section 47(2) of the Procurement Act, NEPO considers that the nature of the services to be delivered under this Framework may require a longer duration than 48 months. The introduction of Emergency Accommodation services, in response to escalating pressures on Councils statutory obligations and duty of care for vulnerable individuals, requires greater collaboration and strategic partnership to develop an effective, value focused provision with the appointed supplier.

Other Information

NEPO intends to publish an Invitation to Tender via the Open eTendering system. Suppliers wishing to be considered for this Framework must register their expression of interest and submit a tender through the NEPO eTendering system. If not already registered, candidates should register on the Open eTender system at: https://open-uk.org/ Tenders must be submitted using the link above. Tenders submitted via post or email methods will not be accepted. Guidance for how to create an account, search for opportunities and respond is included within the Supplier's hub. If you require further support please email open.support@nepo.org PLEASE NOTE: Open is accessible 24/7 however, technical support is available Monday to Thursday 08:30 - 17:00 and Friday 08:30 - 16:30 ** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. **