Texas DIR/ESBD #784-27-2725

Study Abroad Program Coordination Services for Spain & Portugal – University of Houston-Downtown

This opportunity is for qualified travel service providers to coordinate a faculty-led Study Abroad Program for the University of Houston-Downtown Marilyn Davies College of Business. - Government Buyer: - University of Houston-Downtown, Marilyn Davies College of Business, Purchasing Department - Contact: Trenton Hernandez - Scope of Services: - Coordination of international travel for 22–28 students and 2 faculty members - Destinations: Lisbon, Portugal, and either Madrid or Barcelona, Spain - Group airfare (economy class) departing from and returning to Houston (IAH) - Accommodations: Minimum 3-star hotels with WiFi and elevators, located in safe areas - Ground transportation: Airport transfers, transport for all scheduled site visits - Daily breakfasts and at least two group dinners included - Tour guide or on-the-ground representative required - Academic and experiential activities: Industry/company visits, university engagement, workshops, and cultural events - Flexible itinerary and routing for efficiency and cost-effectiveness - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must demonstrate experience with similar international academic programs - References from higher education clients required - State of Texas Subcontracting Plan must be submitted - Target budget: Approximately $4,000 per participant, inclusive of all core services - No specific OEMs or named vendors in the solicitation - Estimated contract value: $88,000–$120,000 (based on 22–30 participants at $4,000 each) - Period of performance: 13 days in early January, with up to two days flexibility for travel

Description

The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) Marilyn Davies College of Business is soliciting proposals for a faculty-led Study Abroad Program scheduled for January 5-17, 2027, with flexibility of up to two days on either side. The program will include approximately 22-28 students and two faculty members traveling to Lisbon, Portugal, and either Madrid or Barcelona, Spain. The selected vendor will coordinate travel arrangements, accommodations, ground transportation, and basic site logistics, including airfare as part of the travel package. The program aims to align with academic and experiential goals, including industry visits, university engagement, and cultural activities.

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