Award

Bikeability Cycle Training

BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Award

05 Nov 2025 at 10:30

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council, involves the delivery of Bikeability cycle training services across Barnsley, South Yorkshire. The training is intended for children and young people and complies with Department for Transport standards. This initiative falls under the industry category of education and training services, with relevant CPV classifications. The procurement method employed is a direct award, selected due to the technical constraints and unavailability of alternative providers; Active Barnsley has been confirmed as the sole capable entity. Key dates in this contract include the award notice published on 5th November 2025, the scheduled signature date on 27th February 2026, and the contract period from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the education and training sector, particularly those specialised in youth cycle training, due to the substantial gross contract value of £223,728. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may find it advantageous to explore collaboration or subcontracting opportunities with Active Barnsley, given their unique position and infrastructure readiness. The need for tailored training solutions aligned with government standards could also incentivise businesses specialising in educational equipment and support services to consider approaches for supporting associated initiatives, thus contributing to Barnsley's community development objectives.

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Notice Title

Bikeability Cycle Training

Notice Description

Delivery of Bikeability cycle training to children and young people across Barnsley. The service includes Level 1, 2 and 3 training, delivered in schools and community settings, aligned with Department for Transport (DfT) standards.

Procurement Information

This contract is being awarded directly due to the absence of competition for technical reasons. Active Barnsley is the only provider capable of delivering the service with full-time staff and appropriate HR infrastructure to manage TUPE obligations. A previous open tender resulted in a single bid from Active Barnsley, confirming lack of viable alternatives.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05daae
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071152-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

39162000 - Educational equipment

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£186,440 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Strategic Procurement
Contact Email
procurement@barnsley.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 12262000000

Buyer Location

Locality
BARNSLEY, SOUTH YORKSHIRE
Postcode
S70 2TA
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE33 Barnsley
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Barnsley
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Barnsley North

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