Tender

Provision of Bikeability Cycle Training on Merseyside 2026

LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

31 Mar 2026 at 16:07

Planning

23 Sep 2025 at 14:58

Summary of the contracting process

Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, a sub-central government public authority, is actively seeking tenders for the provision of Bikeability Cycle Training across Merseyside. This procurement, in the tender stage with a submission deadline of 1st May 2026, aims to deliver high-quality cycle training to school children in Liverpool, Wirral, Sefton, Knowsley, and St Helens. Scheduled to commence in July 2026 for an initial term of 12 months, the procurement includes the possibility of a 36-month extension, contingent upon performance and funding. With a total budget of £4,800,000, the training programme, funded by the Department for Transport and Active Travel England, supports the region's active travel strategy and sustainable transport commitment, with engagement periods ending on 24th April 2026 and award decisions expected by 8th June 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in community, social, and personal services, particularly those skilled in educational and environmental projects. The procurement follows an open procedure, welcoming companies, including SMEs and VCSEs, with expertise in cycle training and development programmes for children, including those with special educational needs and disabilities. Businesses with the capability to deliver Bikeability Levels 1-3 are encouraged to participate, offering a chance for growth, partnership, and contribution to the region's broader transport objectives. Prospective suppliers can find detailed economic and technical specifications on The Chest, facilitating a seamless competitive process.

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Notice Title

Provision of Bikeability Cycle Training on Merseyside 2026

Notice Description

Bikeability is the nationally recognised cycle training programme for schools funded by the Department for Transport (DfT) and Active Travel England. It aims to provide children the skills, knowledge and confidence to travel on roads safely. It adheres to a national standard and is delivered at 3 levels - from basic manoeuvres off road through to more complex drills on busier junctions/ roundabouts. Bikeability Plus is an additional element which provides added support to instil further confidence and skills. Merseytravel, on behalf of the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, is preparing to procure the delivery of Bikeability cycle training across Merseyside for the year 2026/2027, with an option to extend the contract for up to 36 additional months. This procurement aims to ensure high-quality, inclusive, and accessible cycle training for children and young people, supporting the region's active travel strategy and commitment to sustainable transport. Initial Term: 12 months (July 2026) Extension Option: Up to 36 months (subject to performance and funding) Geographic Scope: Merseyside (Liverpool, Wirral, Sefton, Knowsley, St Helens) During the term of this contract we may received some additional funding to deliver similar projects under this scheme, within the scope of this contract and as such we reserve the right to include this work within this contract, Subject to funding requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: This would be determined by any additional grand funding that we may receive.

Renewal: Initial Term: 12 months (July 2026) Extension Option: Up to 36 months (subject to performance and funding)

Planning Information

To get involved in the market engagement, please complete the questionnaire attached to the opportunity on The Chest: https://procontract.due-north.com/Opportunities/Index?resetFilter=True&applyFilter=True&p=e0cc5631-4690-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21&v=1 and return via the message section on the chest opportunity by 12 noon Tuesday 14th October 2025. Please note that in order to view this Market Engagement, you will need to filter your search on The Chest to opportunities published by Merseytravel.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a062
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030009-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 20266 days to go
Future Notice Date
27 Apr 20263 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
2030-01-14

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 1BP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD7 Merseyside

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

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