This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

26 May 2026 at 15:17

Award

18 Mar 2026 at 14:28

TenderUpdate

02 Feb 2026 at 13:24

Tender

02 Feb 2026 at 11:25

Planning

21 Nov 2025 at 14:33

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for the Bikeability cycle training services, organised by Warwickshire County Council, has been completed with the award dated 26 May 2026. The initiative, titled "WCC- Bikeability services - Cycle training", falls under the education and training services category (CPV: 80000000), covering locations across North Warwickshire and South Warwickshire. This public procurement followed an open procedure to secure a qualified supplier to deliver high-quality training aimed at fostering safe cycling skills among children and promoting sustainable travel. Key dates include the contract start on 20 April 2026 and a potential maximum extension until 19 April 2031, with an initial contract end date set for 20 April 2029. The procurement process was supported by funding from the Bikeability Trust and Active Travel England.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in educational services, specifically those focusing on cycling proficiency and youth training. Firms with experience in community engagement and training delivery, particularly those with the capability to serve diverse geographic areas, would find this contract particularly attractive. Warwickshire County Council's procurement aimed at appointing a single provider capable of offering comprehensive cycle training, which includes sessions outside school terms and in community settings. The opportunity promotes business growth by securing involvement in a project with social and quality value emphasis, providing a platform for demonstrating excellence in training delivery and commitment to enhancing community mobility.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WCC- Bikeability services - Cycle training

Notice Description

Warwickshire County Council (WCC) is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Supplier to deliver Bikeability cycle training across the county. The programme aims to provide high-quality, nationally recognised training to support the development of safe cycling skills and promote sustainable travel among children and young people. Warwickshire is divided into five geographic areas, each demonstrating varying levels of historical demand and engagement in Bikeability training. To ensure effective service delivery and resource allocation, the contract will be structured into two Lots, each covering multiple districts and boroughs: Lot 1: North Warwickshire North Warwickshire Borough Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Rugby Borough Lot 2: South Warwickshire Warwick District Stratford-on-Avon District Funding for the Bikeability programme is provided to Warwickshire County Council, as the Grant Recipient, by the Bikeability Trust and Active Travel England (ATE).

Lot Information

North Warwickshire

Renewal: There will be the option to extend beyond the initial term to a maximum of a further 24 months in tranches of 12 months.

South Warwickshire

Renewal: There will be the option to extend beyond the initial term to a maximum of a further 24 months in tranches of 12 months.

Planning Information

Warwickshire County Council will be using its e-tendering system (WarwickshireCC) for the administration of this market engagement. Suppliers must register with the system to be able to download documents. The web address for the portal is: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/warwickshirecc/aspx/Home Registration and use of our portal is free. When registering you will be re-directed to the In-Tend sell2midlands site. If you already registered and have issues logging in then you may need to re-set your password. You will need to select "Log in to portal" next to Warwickshire County Council. All correspondence or clarifications relating to this market testing must be via the portals' correspondence function. If you are having trouble registering with the portal please email us at: procurement@warwickshire.gov.uk The deadline for Market Testing returns is 8 December 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e66c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048915-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,344,250 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,344,250 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,467,195 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£1,467,195 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Mar 20266 months ago
Contract Period
20 Apr 2026 - 20 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2031-01-31

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Warwickshire County Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WARWICK
Postcode
CV34 4SA
Postcode Area
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG13 Warwickshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Warwick
Electoral Ward
Warwick Saltisford
Westminster Constituency
Warwick and Leamington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NORTHERN WARWICKSHIRE ACTIVE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION CIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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