Market research into illegal e-bikes

WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY

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11 Jun 2026 at 11:01

Summary of the contracting process

The West Yorkshire Combined Authority has completed a public procurement process for market research into illegal e-bikes, specifically focusing on electrically assisted pedal cycles (EAPC) that have been illegally modified. The tender was awarded to DJS Research Ltd, a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME), following a limited competition procurement method that was below the threshold. The main procurement category for this project is research services, and it operates within the service industry category. The contract was signed on 1st June 2026 and is set to end on 30th September 2026, although a one-month extension is possible. The research aims to understand users, motivations, and effective communication strategies related to illegal e-bike usage in West Yorkshire, with the project being conducted in Leeds.

This procurement process presents opportunities for businesses involved in research services, particularly SMEs, to engage with public authorities like the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. Companies with expertise in market research, especially those capable of dealing with niche and specialised subjects such as illegal e-bike usage, will find this tender a strong fit. Engaging in such contracts can lead to growth through increased visibility and experience in handling government projects, which can further open doors to additional public sector opportunities. Businesses focusing on technology, urban transportation, and public behaviour intervention strategies will be particularly well-suited to collaborating in similar future tenders.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Market research into illegal e-bikes

Notice Description

The West Yorkshire Vision Zero Partnership has appointed a Consultant to conduct market research to explore the use of and the reasons for use of illegal e-bikes in West Yorkshire. We would like to know who is using them and why. The research should also include what communication/practical interventions would be effective at reaching the target audience and creating behaviour change. By "illegal e-bike" we are specifically referring to illegally modified Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycle (EAPC). We are not wanting to include riders of non-pedal assisted bikes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b2c4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055137-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,680 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 2DE
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DJS RESEARCH

Further Information

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