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Bikeability Training

Bedford Borough Council

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

02 Apr 2026 at 11:13

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

29 Jan 2026 at 11:25

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

03 Dec 2025 at 11:44

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bedford Borough Council has concluded the procurement process for the "Bikeability Training" tender, which falls under the services category, particularly focusing on training services. The contract was awarded to Outspoken Training LLP, a large-scale supplier based in Cambridge. The procurement was carried out using an open procedure, with the contract stage now complete and active. This initiative aims to provide comprehensive training programmes including Level 1, 2, and 3 Bikeability training, balance bike sessions, and more, all in alignment with central government funding. The contract commenced on 1st April 2026 and is set to run until 31st March 2029, with a potential extension of up to 24 months.

This contract presents a significant business opportunity for companies specialising in training services, particularly those with expertise or interest in cycling proficiency and safety education. Businesses that can scale up to meet large contract demands, such as large training organisations, would be well-suited to participate in similar future tenders. The open procurement method used by Bedford Borough Council ensures a competitive yet accessible bidding process, encouraging a diverse range of suppliers to engage, enhancing opportunities for businesses looking to expand their market reach through public sector engagements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bikeability Training

Notice Description

To deliver Level 1,2 & 3 Bikeability training, balance bike, learn to ride, and family training in line with funding received from Central Government.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Up to 24 months in one or multiple periods

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05edcb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030764-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

80500000 - Training services

80510000 - Specialist training services

80550000 - Safety training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£118,937 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£324,510 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-12-03

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Bedford Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORD
Postcode
MK42 9AP
Postcode Area
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Cauldwell
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Outspoken Training LLP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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