Tender

Provision of an E Scooter (12 month) Trial in South Somerset

SOUTH SOMERSET DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

13 Aug 2020 at 16:27

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The South Somerset District Council is seeking bids for the "Provision of an E Scooter (12 month) Trial in South Somerset". This initiative falls under the transport equipment industry and aims to assess the role of e-scooters in the mobility landscape of the area. The tender is currently in the active stage of procurement, having been published on 13th August 2020. The deadline for submission of bids is 24th August 2020, with the contract period scheduled to commence on 1st September 2020 and conclude on 31st August 2021. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, facilitating wider participation.

Businesses that engage in transportation services, particularly those with experience in e-scooter rental or related mobility solutions, will find this tender a valuable opportunity for growth. The emphasis on a green recovery from COVID-19 aligns with current trends towards sustainable transport, making this an ideal pursuit for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) focusing on innovative transport solutions. Participation in this trial can enhance visibility and credibility in the emerging e-mobility sector, providing a platform for companies to showcase their capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of an E Scooter (12 month) Trial in South Somerset

Notice Description

South Somerset District Council is pleased to invite bidders to take part in an exciting opportunity to run an e-scooter trial within South Somerset. This e-scooter trial represents an opportunity to understand the potential role of e-scooters in the mobility ecosystem of the area. . As part of a green and healthy recovery from COVID 19, the Secretary of State for Transport announced the acceleration of e-Scooter trials for 2020. The Department for Transport (DfT) issued further guidance for undertaking e-scooter trials on the 30 June 2020 and this guidance and any subsequent national guidance and/or legislation will also directly inform the design, implementation and operation of the trial. Please see the below link to DfT legislation and e-Scooter guidance: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/e-scooter-trials-guidance-for-local-areas-and-rental-operators/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f1c7c9c7-1203-4053-b77c-ce46d05ff515
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afa49872-603a-4275-a416-4ba52c805654
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Aug 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Aug 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2020 - 31 Aug 2021 6-12 months
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
SOUTH SOMERSET DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YEOVIL
Postcode
BA20 2HT
Post Town
Bath
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Yeovil South
Westminster Constituency
Yeovil

Further Information

Notice Documents

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