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06 Aug 2026 at 15:17

Summary of the contracting process

Plymouth City Council, a sub-central government public authority, is currently in the tender stage for its "Intensive Schools Engagement" Programme, aimed at enhancing youth education and promoting sustainable travel. The procurement is classified under industry categories including youth and safety education services. Located in the South West of England, this procurement opportunity invites suppliers to engage in services delivered across the region. The submission deadline is set for 9th September 2026, with enquiry opportunities closing on 26th August 2026. The procurement follows an open procedure, ensuring a wide pool of potential suppliers can participate, while the programme is scheduled to begin on 1st January 2027 and may run until 31st August 2029, with potential extensions based on performance and funding.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in youth education and public transport consultancy to expand within the public sector. Companies that provide training and engagement services would be particularly well-suited to leverage their expertise in active travel promotion. With a contract valued up to £230,400, and a structure allowing SMEs and VCSEs to participate, stakeholders are encouraged to harness this project as a platform to integrate innovative educational approaches and sustainable practices within schools. The alignment with initiatives like 'Plymotion' signifies an interest in collaborative solutions, which can enhance business credibility and footprint in environmentally sustainable education and infrastructure integration. Suppliers can engage through the Supplying the South West Portal, requiring registration and electronic submissions for tender consideration.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

28577 - Intensive Schools Engagement

Notice Description

Plymouth City Council, "The Authority", is seeking suitably qualified and experienced Suppliers to tender for the re-procurement of its Intensive Schools Engagement Programme. Objectives The overall aim of the programme is to increase the number of young people travelling to school actively and/or sustainably with a particular focus on areas that have seen infrastructure improvements and with a particular focus on the strategic growth areas. The objectives are to:- * Reduce the number of young people travelling to school by car - with a shift to active travel modes or use of public transport. * Raise awareness of the benefits of active travel in schools and amongst the wider school community of teachers, parents and siblings. * Create a culture of active travel within project schools and the wider school community of teachers, parents and siblings that can be sustained after the project has finished * Work in partnership with the City's Bikeability provider, in order to maximise the benefits of all programmes. * Maximise awareness of, and participation in, activities associated with the Authority led behavioural change programme, 'Plymotion', amongst schoolchildren and the wider school community. The objectives are achieved through delivery of a wide range of events, activities and sessions run in Plymouth schools, such as: * bike and scooter skills training * led rides, including transition rides to secondary school and college * Dr Bike and bike maintenance training * curriculum-linked sessions on active travel * incentive schemes for classes and individuals * various competitions such as inter-school competitions (Big Walk and Wheel) * Be Safe Be Seen and other safety sessions * bike powered smoothie maker and other fun sessions on active and healthy living * sessions to encourage Year 6 pupils making the transition to secondary school to cycle and travel safely

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The Authority reserves the right to modify, expand or reduce the scope of the Contract during its term, including as a consequence of Local Government Reorganisation, changes in funding availability, changes in the number of participating schools, revised programme requirements, geographical expansion, or the introduction of related active travel and behaviour change initiatives. The Authority may also extend the Contract for a period of up to twelve (12) months. Any such changes shall be made in accordance with the Contract and the Procurement Act 2023.

Renewal: The authority reserves the right to extend the contract term for 1 additional period of 1 year, beyond the initial 20 month term. This option may be exercised based on satisfactory performance and continued budget availability.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06de52
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074947-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80310000 - Youth education services

80330000 - Safety education services

80410000 - Various school services

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£192,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£192,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Aug 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
2029-01-31

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL1 3BJ
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
TLK41 Plymouth

Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
St Peter and the Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Further Information

Notice Documents

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