Tender

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

TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

19 Feb 2026 at 15:45

Tender

22 Dec 2025 at 16:28

Summary of the contracting process

Transport for Wales Rail Limited initiated a tender process dated 22nd December 2025 for the provision of "Return to Base (RtB) Cycle Hire". As a sub-central government public authority, based in Pontypridd, Wales, Transport for Wales Rail Limited seeks service providers in the transport sector, specifically targeting cycle hire solutions. The procurement is introduced under Welsh devolved regulations with competitive flexible procedures as the method. The tender period closed on 21st January 2026, with enquiries concluded by 12th January 2026. This process reached tender cancellation on 19th February 2026 due to no fully-suitable solutions being received, with the possibility of retendering mentioned for future consideration.

This tender presents a potential re-entry opportunity for businesses within the cycle hire, transport services, or related industries to impact public transport infrastructure in Wales. Companies capable of providing comprehensive, quality, and budget-friendly cycle hire solutions are encouraged to prepare for future announcements on platforms like Sell 2 Wales or Find a Tender Service. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) evaluating technical and economic criteria can position themselves for future success, as Transport for Wales Rail Limited reviews its strategies and requirements to ensure alignment with local mobility needs. The current procurement aimed for a contract value of £400,000, set over a possible nine-year term, offering lucrative growth opportunities for businesses in this arena.

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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)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fbef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015373-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination 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
19 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jan 2026Expired
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
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)
Additional Buyers

MISSING

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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