Opportunity
Virgin Islands Buys #BD-26-150-1502-2915
Travel arrangement procurement for Bureau of Corrections staff attending international conference in Belfast, Ireland
Posted
September 17, 2026
Respond By
September 24, 2026
Identifier
BD-26-150-1502-2915
NAICS
561510
This opportunity involves arranging international travel for Bureau of Corrections staff to attend a major corrections conference in Belfast, Ireland. - Government Buyer: - Government of the Virgin Islands, Bureau of Corrections, Director's Office - Key staff: Wynne Testamark (Director), Dr. Kyza Callwood (Chief Strategic Officer), Diane Christian (Correctional Officer) - Vendors & OEMs: - No specific OEMs or travel vendors are named; Discount Travel Inc. is referenced in travel documents - Products/Services Requested: - Airline tickets (economy class) for three employees - Hotel accommodations for three employees - Baggage fees for three employees - Conference registration fees for three employees - Per diem for each traveler - Comprehensive travel arrangement services (coordination and booking) - Notable Requirements: - All costs must be itemized per traveler - Travel is for official government business, funded by SCAAP Grant - Services must cover the full duration of the conference, including departure and return - Informal quotation process via GVIBUY; electronic quotes accepted - NIGP code 96288 (Travel, Non-Local, Provided by Third Party) applies
Description
This informal bid solicitation is conducted pursuant to Title 31 Section 239(a)(3) of the Virgin Islands Code. It involves covering the cost to purchase tickets for three employees of the Bureau of Corrections to travel to Belfast, Ireland to attend the 28th Annual International Corrections and Prisons Association (ICPA) Conference from October 23, 2026, to November 01, 2026. The bid is an informal quotation process and allows electronic quotes. The Government reserves the right to cancel this informal bid.