Tender

CBC-1860-T-TH Cycle Hire Scheme

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

06 Nov 2025 at 09:48

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Central Bedfordshire Council has initiated a procurement process for a "Cycle Hire Scheme" across four towns: Houghton Regis, Leighton Buzzard, Biggleswade, and Ampthill, aiming to supply between 50 and 100 pedal bicycles, classified under bicycles (CPV code 34430000) and related accessories. This open procurement method is focused on services under an open procedure (below threshold) and has been tagged as active. The tender was published on 6th November 2025, with a submission deadline of 5th December 2025, and the contract is set to commence on 26th January 2026, ending by 25th January 2029. The project promises to be an influential community service with designated cycle parking provisions already planned for each location.

This procurement offers business opportunities for companies in the bicycle manufacturing and refurbishment sectors, as well as suppliers of related accessories. Companies that can deliver volume efficiently and ensure quality under the terms of an open procedure stand to benefit significantly. With the involvement of new urban developments funding the scheme's implementation, there is potential for businesses that are agile and capable of adapting their strategies to urban and community-focused projects. Businesses with a strong foothold in service delivery and those familiar with providing for municipal contracts can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio in Central Bedfordshire and beyond.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CBC-1860-T-TH Cycle Hire Scheme

Notice Description

Central Bedfordshire Council requires the establishment of a cycle hire scheme with the provision of up to 100 and a minimum of 50 pedal bicycles across four towns. * Houghton Regis * Leighton Buzzard * Biggleswade * Ampthill Houghton Regis Houghton Regis has a population of approximately 20,000 people. We expect the cycle hire scheme to serve at least 12 locations within this town with at least six locations to be sited within the Bidwell West and Linmere developments as these are providing most of the available scheme funding for this area. Leighton Buzzard The combined conurbations of Leighton Buzzard and Linslade have a population of approximately. 43,000. We expect the cycle hire scheme to serve at last 12 locations within these towns with at least six locations to be sited within the Chamberlains Barn and Clipstone Park developments as these are providing the majority of the available scheme funding for this area. Cycle parking at each designated location, in the form of Sheffield Stands, will be provided in advance of the scheme's introduction. Biggleswade The conurbation of Biggleswade has a population of approximately 22,500. We expect the cycle hire scheme to serve at least 8 locations within this town. Cycle parking at each designated location, in the form of Sheffield Stands, will be provided in advance of the scheme's introduction. Ampthill The conurbation of Ampthill has a population of approximately 9,000. We expect the cycle hire scheme to serve at least six locations within this town. Cycle parking at each designated location, in the form of Sheffield Stands, will be provided in advance of the scheme's introduction.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-164196a5-7b1a-4356-a91d-aa793bde97aa
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29041840-ea8f-495a-8cd7-65655d7b12a1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34430000 - Bicycles

34431000 - Non-motorised bicycles

34432000 - Parts and accessories for bicycles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20254 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Today
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 25 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Tracey Horner
Contact Email
tracey.horner2@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0300 300 8000

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFORD
Postcode
SG17 5TQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Shefford
Westminster Constituency
Hitchin

Further Information

Notice Documents

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