NEPO507 - Travel Management Services

The Association of North East Councils Limited, trading as the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO), is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the NEPO507 - Travel Management Services framework. This tender falls under the services category, focusing on travel management services, including the booking of rail and air travel, MICE arrangements, and hotel accommodation. The procurement process is intended for public authorities within sub-central government, and the services will be delivered across all administrative regions of the United Kingdom.

The procurement schedule highlights a preliminary market engagement questionnaire available from 24th July 2025, with a submission deadline on 7th August 2025. Moreover, NEPO will conduct meetings via Microsoft Teams from 18th to 20th August 2025 to discuss the future framework with potential suppliers. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the travel management industry.

Companies specialising in travel booking services, hotel accommodations, and event management are well-positioned to capitalise on this framework and expand their client base to include a wide range of public sectors, from local authorities and government departments to NHS bodies and educational establishments. The framework’s substantial value estimated at £1 billion indicates a lucrative opportunity for Travel Management Companies (TMCs) seeking to enhance their portfolio and establish long-term partnerships with NEPO Member Authorities and Associate Members. This procurement seeks to foster a competitive environment that encourages innovation and comprehensive service delivery, ensuring diverse business growth potential for industry players with the capability to meet the expansive needs of public sector travel management.