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title: "Milton Keynes Council - eCargo Bike lease hire scheme for businesses in MK. SOFT MARKET TESTING"
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# Milton Keynes Council - eCargo Bike lease hire scheme for businesses in MK. SOFT MARKET TESTING

Buyer: MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e3f8e8b1-2d93-4523-9ce5-1e87adfc3d0a

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## Summary

Milton Keynes Council is initiating a soft market testing process for an eCargo bike lease hire scheme aimed at supporting businesses in Milton Keynes. This procurement, classified under transport equipment, is currently at the planning stage, with the engagement end date set for 21st August 2020. The Council has secured funding through the Energy Saving Trust and the Department for Transport to utilise a fleet of 21 eCargo bikes, 13 of which will be leased to local businesses. Interested parties can register their interest and access further documentation via the Council’s procurement portal.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in transport solutions, particularly those specialising in eco-friendly options. Companies that offer servicing and maintenance, bicycle management services, or promotional support for transport initiatives would be well-placed to compete. The initiative not only aims to reduce transport emissions and congestion but also enhances air quality, promoting sustainable transport alternatives within the local business community.

## Notice

MK Council has secured funding via the Energy Saving Trust and the Department for Transport for a fleet of 21 eCargo Bikes. 13 of the bikes will be available to lease to businesses in MK. The main aim of the project is to support the adoption of ecargo bikes for business, reduce transport emissions, reduce congestion, improve air quality and provide businesses with an alternative to car and van use. We are looking to work with an organisation to: o Securely store the ecargo bikes o Offer a complete servicing and maintenance contract o Manage the lease hire scheme on our behalf o Support with the promotion of the scheme To formally register your interest in this future opportunity and to access the documentation please use the link below alternatively please visit the LGSS e-tendering portal Pro Contract at www.lgssprocurementportal.co.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a85b5bf5-41cd-4323-adef-e06b39843455 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 21 Aug 2020 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK9 3EJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Central Milton Keynes |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes Central |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

## Release History

- 14 Aug 2020 at 07:59 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a85b5bf5-41cd-4323-adef-e06b39843455
- 7 Aug 2020 at 13:25 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d08c6862-b76a-4b09-b65f-e4fdfd97fc9e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a85b5bf5-41cd-4323-adef-e06b39843455
  14th August 2020 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d08c6862-b76a-4b09-b65f-e4fdfd97fc9e
  7th August 2020 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=7560db98-afd8-ea11-8104-005056b64545
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## Notice URLs

- https://www.lgss.co.uk/about/

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