DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM REGION X Tender

Description Terms Of Reference Procurement And Issuance Of Domestic Airline Tickets In Connection With The Implementation And Conduct Of The Philippine Experience Program- Northern Mindanao Leg. I. Background And Information Of The Activity The Department Of Tourism, Established On May 11, 1973, Plays A Pivotal Role In Promoting Our Country's Rich Cultural Heritage, Natural Wonders, And Tourism Potential. For 50 Years, The Department Has Been Dedicated To Fostering Sustainable Tourism Practices, Attracting Both Domestic And International Tourists, And Contributing To Our Nation’s Economic Growth. The Department Of Tourism, Under The Leadership Of Secretary Christina Garcia- Frasco Launched The Philippine Experience Project. The Project Will Highlight The Filipino Brand And Identity In All Aspects Of The Travel And Tourism Experience Which Will Facilitate Cultural Tourism Circuit Development Focused On Heritage, Culture, And Arts To Enhance Current Tour And Domestic Circuit Offerings, Which Include Thematic Experiences On Food And Gastronomy, Pilgrimage And Wellness, Festivals, Living Cultures And Heritage, And The Arts. It Also Aims To Link Key Destinations To Lesser-known Destinations, As Well As Expand The Country’s Tourism Portfolio That Includes Sun And Beach Offerings, Nature-based Tourism, Diving, Food, Education, Health, Mice, And Farm Tourism. Ii. Rationale And Justification The Department Of Tourism, As Stated In Ra 9593, Is Mandated To Be The Primary Planning, Programming, Coordinating, Implementing And Regulatory Government Agency In The Development And Promotion Of The Tourism Industry, Both Domestic And International, In Coordination With The Attached Agencies And Other Government Instrumentalities. It Shall Instill In The Filipinos The Industry’s Fundamental Importance In The Generation Of Employment, Investment And Foreign Exchange. The Dot Is In Need Of An Accredited Travel And Tour Operator In Region 10 That Shall Provide The Following Requirements From December 26 To December 29, 2023 (inclusive Of Travel Time) From Manila:   Iii. Purchase And Issuance Of Domestic And International Airline Tickets A. Airfare: • Eighty (80) Economy Class Ticket (subject To Approval Of The Request For Travel Authority For The Dot 10 Personnel And Approved Guest List From The Dot Central Office) B. Passengers And Proposed Flight: Dot 10 Officials, Employees, And Other Tourism Stakeholders Invited To Join The Philippine Experience Project- Northern Mindanao December 26, 2023 (tuesday) Morning Flight, Depart From Manila To Cagayan De Oro City December 29, 2023 (friday) Depart From Cagayan De Oro City To Manila – Late Afternoon Flight Note: Travel And Tour Operator May Propose Other Flight Itineraries That Must Be Within The Identified Travel Dates. C. Requirements: • Ticket Is Rebookable, Re-routable And Refundable • Regular Economy Fare • Updated Business Permit • Dti/sec • Omnibus Sworn Statement • Include Travel Insurance With Covid-19 Provisions • Include At Least 20kg Weight Allowance • Show A Breakdown Of The Quotation • Must Be Dot Accredited • Experience Working With National Government Agencies Is Preferred • Must Be Registered With The Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System (philgeps) Iv. Total Budget Nine Hundred Ninety-five Thousand Pesos Only (php 995,000.00) Inclusive Of All Applicable Government Taxes A. Terms Of Payment: Government Procedure / Willing To Provide Services On A Send Bill Arrangement Payable Within Thirty (30) Working Days. Payment Of Remuneration Shall Be Made In Accordance With The Responsibilities And Deliverables Of The Services Of The Supplier As Agreed With The Dot Regional Office 10. Iii. Mode Of Issuance: Government Procedure Iv. Mode Of Payment: Send-bill Arrangement Payable Within 30 Working Days Vii.) Contact Person: Mr. Juan Carlos Valentino N. Baclig – Tourism Operations Officer I Bac Secretariat Telephone Number: 09177069013 Email Address: Bac.dot10@gmail.com Noted By: Rheta Mae S. Eblamo Bac Chairman