Planning

Milton Keynes Council - eCargo Bike lease hire scheme for businesses in MK. SOFT MARKET TESTING

MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL

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Planning

14 Aug 2020 at 07:59

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

07 Aug 2020 at 13:25

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Milton Keynes Council is initiating a soft market testing process for an eCargo bike lease hire scheme aimed at supporting businesses in Milton Keynes. This procurement, classified under transport equipment, is currently at the planning stage, with the engagement end date set for 21st August 2020. The Council has secured funding through the Energy Saving Trust and the Department for Transport to utilise a fleet of 21 eCargo bikes, 13 of which will be leased to local businesses. Interested parties can register their interest and access further documentation via the Council’s procurement portal.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in transport solutions, particularly those specialising in eco-friendly options. Companies that offer servicing and maintenance, bicycle management services, or promotional support for transport initiatives would be well-placed to compete. The initiative not only aims to reduce transport emissions and congestion but also enhances air quality, promoting sustainable transport alternatives within the local business community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Milton Keynes Council - eCargo Bike lease hire scheme for businesses in MK. SOFT MARKET TESTING

Notice Description

MK Council has secured funding via the Energy Saving Trust and the Department for Transport for a fleet of 21 eCargo Bikes. 13 of the bikes will be available to lease to businesses in MK. The main aim of the project is to support the adoption of ecargo bikes for business, reduce transport emissions, reduce congestion, improve air quality and provide businesses with an alternative to car and van use. We are looking to work with an organisation to: o Securely store the ecargo bikes o Offer a complete servicing and maintenance contract o Manage the lease hire scheme on our behalf o Support with the promotion of the scheme To formally register your interest in this future opportunity and to access the documentation please use the link below alternatively please visit the LGSS e-tendering portal Pro Contract at www.lgssprocurementportal.co.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e3f8e8b1-2d93-4523-9ce5-1e87adfc3d0a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a85b5bf5-41cd-4323-adef-e06b39843455
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Aug 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
21 Aug 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
contracts@milton-keynes.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 0

Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK9 3EJ
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Central Milton Keynes
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Further Information

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