Tender

Cycle Hub Storage Units

ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

23 Jan 2026 at 14:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Ashford Borough Council is inviting tenders for the provision of five small cycle storage units, each accommodating six e-bikes, as the first phase in a larger initiative that could include additional units pending funding availability. Located in Ashford, United Kingdom, this procurement falls under the industry category of goods, specifically targeting the installation, maintenance, and associated services for cycle hubs and shelters. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with submissions required by 17th February 2026 via the Delta eSourcing portal. The contract period is slated to begin on 18th March 2026 and could extend until 17th March 2030, including a potential one-year renewal.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in modular storage solutions, installation services, and logistics of cycling infrastructure. The open competition, valuing at £165,360 gross, is designed to attract small and medium enterprises, as it considers a balanced evaluation of quality (60%) and price (40%). Companies with experience in working with public authorities and a robust portfolio in supplying high-quality, durable, and mobile-friendly storage facilities would be particularly well-suited to compete for this opportunity. The procurement method adopted is a below-threshold open competition, encouraging wide participation while ensuring quality and value for money.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cycle Hub Storage Units

Notice Description

ABC are looking to procure a supplier to provide 5 small cycle storage units (6 e-bikes per unit) including installation, maintenance and any other associated costs. This is phase 1. ABC is seeking funding for up to an additional 5 small units and one large cycle hub (x24 bikes). As this is dependent on receiving funding, there is no guarantee of award for these additional units. This is phase 2. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Ashford:-Shelters./2DY8ER7GSC To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/2DY8ER7GSC

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060d6b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006229-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44112100 - Shelters

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£137,800 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£137,800 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Mar 2026 - 17 Mar 2029 3-4 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
ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Stephanie Leonard
Contact Email
procurement.email@ashford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN23 1HU
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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