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title: "Free Wheels Bike Project"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-28"
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# Free Wheels Bike Project

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-21f7a395-6a6d-47a2-a17f-1feded01daf6

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## Summary

The procurement titled "Free Wheels Bike Project" was managed by Suffolk County Council, aimed at purchasing between 300 and 400 bicycles for students in deprived areas of the county. The industry category focuses on bicycles, with a location specified as the East of England. This tender has reached the award stage, with the awarding date noted as 12th February 2026. The contract, valued at £86,915.50, commenced on 12th March 2026 and concluded on 12th August 2026. The procurement process utilised a limited procurement method, specifically through competitive quotation below the threshold, emphasising accessibility to smaller enterprises.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of bicycles and related equipment, particularly those classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Given the competitive quotation approach employed, firms with the ability to offer high-quality goods at competitive prices were particularly well-positioned to benefit. The project's successful execution suggests a trusted relationship with Elmy Cycles, the supplier from Ipswich, highlighting the potential for local businesses to engage with regional authorities on projects aimed at fostering community development.

## Notice

Purchase of between 300 and 400 bikes for loan to year 5 / year 6 students in some of the most deprived areas of the county.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0ee4af5-39ee-4742-a185-ad9cfa492a3c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Mar 2026 - 12 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £86,915 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £86,915 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ELMY CYCLES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34430000 - Bicycles

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2026 at 10:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0ee4af5-39ee-4742-a185-ad9cfa492a3c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0ee4af5-39ee-4742-a185-ad9cfa492a3c
  28th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.suffolk.gov.uk

## Provenance

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