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Free Wheels Bike Project

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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28 Jul 2026 at 10:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement titled "Free Wheels Bike Project" was managed by Suffolk County Council, aimed at purchasing between 300 and 400 bicycles for students in deprived areas of the county. The industry category focuses on bicycles, with a location specified as the East of England. This tender has reached the award stage, with the awarding date noted as 12th February 2026. The contract, valued at £86,915.50, commenced on 12th March 2026 and concluded on 12th August 2026. The procurement process utilised a limited procurement method, specifically through competitive quotation below the threshold, emphasising accessibility to smaller enterprises.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of bicycles and related equipment, particularly those classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Given the competitive quotation approach employed, firms with the ability to offer high-quality goods at competitive prices were particularly well-positioned to benefit. The project's successful execution suggests a trusted relationship with Elmy Cycles, the supplier from Ipswich, highlighting the potential for local businesses to engage with regional authorities on projects aimed at fostering community development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Free Wheels Bike Project

Notice Description

Purchase of between 300 and 400 bikes for loan to year 5 / year 6 students in some of the most deprived areas of the county.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0ee4af5-39ee-4742-a185-ad9cfa492a3c
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34430000 - Bicycles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£86,915 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£86,915 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20265 months ago
Contract Period
12 Mar 2026 - 12 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2BX
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELMY CYCLES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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