--- title: "CBC-0746-T-TS Active Travel Promotions Programme" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3d983fd3-dd71-4754-91a4-42b8f5cfc7bc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3d983fd3-dd71-4754-91a4-42b8f5cfc7bc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3d983fd3-dd71-4754-91a4-42b8f5cfc7bc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3d983fd3-dd71-4754-91a4-42b8f5cfc7bc.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2017-07-21" --- # CBC-0746-T-TS Active Travel Promotions Programme Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3d983fd3-dd71-4754-91a4-42b8f5cfc7bc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3d983fd3-dd71-4754-91a4-42b8f5cfc7bc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3d983fd3-dd71-4754-91a4-42b8f5cfc7bc.json) ## Summary The Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking bids for the "CBC-0746-T-TS Active Travel Promotions Programme," aimed at promoting sustainable transport options in Bedfordshire. This initiative follows funding from the Department for Transport’s 'Access Fund' and is classified under transport agency services. The contract period runs from 18th September 2017 to 31st March 2020, with the tender submission deadline set for 12 noon on 18th August 2017. Businesses interested in this opportunity must submit their completed electronic Invitation to Tender (ITT) through the In-tend portal. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in transport agency services, marketing, and advertising services, particularly those with experience in promoting sustainable travel initiatives. Companies offering travel management and community health services will also find this tender relevant. As the contracting authority focuses on enhancing local transport options, firms that can provide innovative solutions in sustainable travel and community engagement will be well-positioned to compete successfully for this contract. ## Notice Active Travel Promotions Programme - Bedfordshire STARS Support to deliver a package of measures designed to promote sustainable access (walking, cycling and public transport) to our local railway stations. Central Bedfordshire Council was successful in securing funding from the Department for Transport's 'Access Fund' for the delivery of a range of measures to promote sustainable methods of travel, particularly to access the stations in the authority area which on the Thameslink route between Luton Airport Parkway and Bedford. The funding period (and this contract) runs until March 31st 2020. Please note timeline with regards to questions and submission dates. All communication/correspondence and clarifications must be sent via the In-tend portal. Please do not contact the Procurement team directly. Deadline for the receipt of electronic ITT is 12 noon on Friday 18th August 2017. Completed ITTs should be submitted electronically, by the due date via our "in-tend" electronic tendering system. ITTs must be uploaded via the "My Return" section of the system. ITTs submitted through the correspondence facility will not be considered. Please ensure that you inform us of your decision to participate. To submit a response, you will be required to Opt In. Opt In- This will confirm to us of your involvement and your intention to submit a return. Opt Out- This will confirm to us that you are not submitting a return. You will be able to provide a reason as to your decision and have the option to cease any system-generated communication. You will be able to opt back in at any point. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all suppliers tendering, to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification of, then please contact us using the correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Please view the 'Clarification' tab for any updates or responses to questions asked. Target contract commencement date: September 2017 Contract term: 30 months Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd02b14e-7cd7-4754-841e-261c3c2c4873 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Jul 2017 | | Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 17 Sep 2017 - 31 Mar 2020 | | 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 | BEDFORDSHIRE | | 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 - 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 63000000 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services - 63510000 - Travel agency and similar services - 63515000 - Travel services - 63516000 - Travel management services - 63520000 - Transport agency services - 79340000 - Advertising and marketing services - 79342000 - Marketing services - 79342100 - Direct marketing services - 79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services - 79997000 - Business travel services - 85100000 - Health services - 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services - 85323000 - Community health services ## Release History - 21 Jul 2017 at 12:55 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd02b14e-7cd7-4754-841e-261c3c2c4873 - 21 Jul 2017 at 12:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd02b14e-7cd7-4754-841e-261c3c2c4873 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd02b14e-7cd7-4754-841e-261c3c2c4873 21st July 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://centralbedfordshire.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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