Tender

Cycle Hire Scheme

CARDIFF COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

27 Feb 2026 at 08:44

Planning

24 Dec 2025 at 11:31

Summary of the contracting process

Cardiff Council is currently in the tender stage for a "Cycle Hire Scheme" aimed at delivering a comprehensive micro mobility solution in Cardiff, a part of the UK region. With an active status as of 27th February 2026, the procurement seeks an experienced operator to supply, operate, and fund eBikes and eCargo bikes. This project, which includes a financial estimate of £250,000, represents an open competition under a concession special regime. The procurement process is being conducted electronically via the Proactis portal, with the submission deadline set for 30th March 2026. This initiative is part of Cardiff Council's commitment to providing sustainable transport solutions, with operations starting on 18th May 2026 and running until 17th May 2029, with possible extensions.

The tender represents significant opportunities for businesses involved in sustainable transport services, particularly those specialising in cycle and micro mobility operations. SMEs stand to benefit, as the scheme emphasizes quality metrics such as operational efficiency, continuous improvements, and community wellbeing benefits. The opportunity to engage in a fully self-supporting scheme at no cost to the council offers substantial growth potential for businesses equipped to handle operations, maintenance, and customer management aspects. Adaptability over the contract period to incorporate changes, such as vehicle types, provides further opportunities for organisations to align their services with evolving legislative and local authority requirements.

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Notice Title

Cycle Hire Scheme

Notice Description

The Council is seeking a suitably experienced operator to supply, operate and fund a micro mobility and cycle hire scheme for the City of Cardiff. The scheme is to include, eBike and eCargo bike hire, with the possibility to also incorporate eScooter hire subject to future legislative changes during the period of this contract. The scheme will provide up to 2500 units within the Cardiff City Council area with parking in designated bays, supported by measure to ensure safe and efficient use of footways for all uses. The operator will be responsible for delivery a fully self-supporting scheme at nil cost to the council, covering all assets, operations, maintenance and customer management requirements. The tender documents can be found on the Proactis portal https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The contract will allow changes to the number of vehicles and stations , along with the types of vehicles in line with legislation changes during the period of the contract. All additions or changes will be subject to agreement with the Local Authority and any permissions required.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

Planning Information

A Questionnaire can be found on the Questions tab on Proactis. Please find the link below for access to Proactis. https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login The questionnaire can also be accessed using the below link; https://forms.office.com/e/pd0P5xynCY

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fd36
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017649-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

34422000 - Cycles with auxiliary motors

34432000 - Parts and accessories for bicycles

50115200 - Motorcycle maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
2 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 17 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 4UW
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Butetown
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

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