--- title: "CBC-1860-T-TH Cycle Hire Scheme" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-164196a5-7b1a-4356-a91d-aa793bde97aa" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-164196a5-7b1a-4356-a91d-aa793bde97aa" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-164196a5-7b1a-4356-a91d-aa793bde97aa.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-164196a5-7b1a-4356-a91d-aa793bde97aa.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2025-11-06" --- # CBC-1860-T-TH Cycle Hire Scheme Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-164196a5-7b1a-4356-a91d-aa793bde97aa [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-164196a5-7b1a-4356-a91d-aa793bde97aa) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-164196a5-7b1a-4356-a91d-aa793bde97aa.json) ## Summary Central Bedfordshire Council has initiated a procurement process for a "Cycle Hire Scheme" across four towns: Houghton Regis, Leighton Buzzard, Biggleswade, and Ampthill, aiming to supply between 50 and 100 pedal bicycles, classified under bicycles (CPV code 34430000) and related accessories. This open procurement method is focused on services under an open procedure (below threshold) and has been tagged as active. The tender was published on 6th November 2025, with a submission deadline of 5th December 2025, and the contract is set to commence on 26th January 2026, ending by 25th January 2029. The project promises to be an influential community service with designated cycle parking provisions already planned for each location. This procurement offers business opportunities for companies in the bicycle manufacturing and refurbishment sectors, as well as suppliers of related accessories. Companies that can deliver volume efficiently and ensure quality under the terms of an open procedure stand to benefit significantly. With the involvement of new urban developments funding the scheme's implementation, there is potential for businesses that are agile and capable of adapting their strategies to urban and community-focused projects. Businesses with a strong foothold in service delivery and those familiar with providing for municipal contracts can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio in Central Bedfordshire and beyond. ## Notice Central Bedfordshire Council requires the establishment of a cycle hire scheme with the provision of up to 100 and a minimum of 50 pedal bicycles across four towns. * Houghton Regis * Leighton Buzzard * Biggleswade * Ampthill Houghton Regis Houghton Regis has a population of approximately 20,000 people. We expect the cycle hire scheme to serve at least 12 locations within this town with at least six locations to be sited within the Bidwell West and Linmere developments as these are providing most of the available scheme funding for this area. Leighton Buzzard The combined conurbations of Leighton Buzzard and Linslade have a population of approximately. 43,000. We expect the cycle hire scheme to serve at last 12 locations within these towns with at least six locations to be sited within the Chamberlains Barn and Clipstone Park developments as these are providing the majority of the available scheme funding for this area. Cycle parking at each designated location, in the form of Sheffield Stands, will be provided in advance of the scheme's introduction. Biggleswade The conurbation of Biggleswade has a population of approximately 22,500. We expect the cycle hire scheme to serve at least 8 locations within this town. Cycle parking at each designated location, in the form of Sheffield Stands, will be provided in advance of the scheme's introduction. Ampthill The conurbation of Ampthill has a population of approximately 9,000. We expect the cycle hire scheme to serve at least six locations within this town. Cycle parking at each designated location, in the form of Sheffield Stands, will be provided in advance of the scheme's introduction. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29041840-ea8f-495a-8cd7-65655d7b12a1 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Nov 2025 | | Submission deadline | 5 Dec 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 26 Jan 2026 - 25 Jan 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | SHEFFORD | | Post town | Stevenage | | Postcode | SG17 5TQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire | | Local authority | Central Bedfordshire | | Electoral ward | Shefford | | Westminster constituency | Hitchin | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34430000 - Bicycles - 34431000 - Non-motorised bicycles - 34432000 - Parts and accessories for bicycles ## Release History - 6 Nov 2025 at 09:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29041840-ea8f-495a-8cd7-65655d7b12a1 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29041840-ea8f-495a-8cd7-65655d7b12a1 6th November 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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