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title: "FEW1483 - Walking & Cycling Index Programme (WCIP)"
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# FEW1483 - Walking & Cycling Index Programme (WCIP)

Buyer: LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c5bb6445-77a0-4b67-ac48-50f0917b2e3c

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## Summary

Leicester City Council has completed the procurement process for the Walking & Cycling Index Programme (WCIP), managed by Sustrans Limited. The WCIP aims to evaluate and report on the status of walking and cycling in Leicester and other leading cities in the UK and Ireland. This procurement falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV code 73000000) and community services (CPV code 98000000). The procurement followed an open procedure and has a total value of £37,000. The contract will run from 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2026, with the final award given to Sustrans Limited on 31st March 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research, consultancy, and community services, particularly those focusing on sustainable transport and urban development. SMEs are well-suited to compete for similar contracts, given their flexibility and specialised expertise in the relevant areas. Engagement in this index programme can enhance a company's portfolio, establish long-term relationships with municipal councils, and potentially lead to future opportunities in related fields. The programme itself can drive urban improvements and foster business growth through active participation in the ongoing assessment and development of walking and cycling infrastructure.

## Notice

Leicester City Council have been invited to join the Walking and Cycling Index Programme (WCIP) managed by Sustrans. The WCIP is an in depth look at the current state of Walking and Cycling within the partner City. A report is produced biennially. The WCIP Programme is a highly regarded assessment of the current state of walking and cycling. It is only produced by Sustrans and is comprised of the 23 leading walking and cycling cities within the UK and Ireland.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94078450-b800-4358-b105-5f74bce0a234 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £37,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £37,000 |
| 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 | LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE1 1FZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester |
| Local authority | Leicester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Leicester South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SUSTRANS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 28 Mar 2025 at 14:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94078450-b800-4358-b105-5f74bce0a234

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94078450-b800-4358-b105-5f74bce0a234
  28th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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