Tender

TFW0983.00 - Return to Base (RtB) Cycle Hire

TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)

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Tender

22 Dec 2025 at 16:28

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contracting process initiated by Transport for Wales Rail Limited involves an open tender for the "TFW0983.00 - Return to Base (RtB) Cycle Hire" project. Situated in Pontypridd, UK, with service delivery across the United Kingdom, this tender falls under the transportation and cycling services industry. The tender is currently in the active stage with key dates including the enquiry period ending on 12 January 2026, the submission deadline on 21 January 2026, and the award period concluding by 25 February 2026. The procurement method employed is a competitive flexible procedure, adhering to Welsh devolved regulations, with an estimated contract value of £400,000 (gross £480,000). The project seeks to provide cycle hire services in accordance with legislative guidance under the UKPGA 2023 legislation.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the transport services sector, particularly those specialising in cycle hire and associated installations, to expand their operations and engage in a long-term partnership with a prominent sub-central government entity. Ideal contenders for this opportunity would include small and medium enterprises capable of delivering high-quality technical and commercial solutions as outlined in the ITT documentation. The contract, spanning from 1 March 2026 to 28 February 2031, with potential renewals, offers businesses a platform to showcase their capabilities in managing a sustainable and efficient cycle hire service across the region. The procurement process encourages participation through electronic submissions via eTenderWales, providing access for both English and Welsh language speakers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TFW0983.00 - Return to Base (RtB) Cycle Hire

Notice Description

Provision of Return to Base (RtB) Cycle Hire for Transport for Wales Rail Ltd (TfWRL) as per ITT Documents.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: As per ITT Documentation

Renewal: Three (3) further periods of up to One (1) Year each, at TfW's discretion (5+1+1+1)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fbef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085557-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

45 - Construction work

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

34430000 - Bicycles

34913000 - Miscellaneous spare parts

37441300 - Stationary bicycles

45233293 - Installation of street furniture

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jan 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)
Contact Name
TfW Procurement
Contact Email
procurement@tfw.wales
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PONTYPRIDD
Postcode
CF37 4TH
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Pontypridd Town
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

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