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title: "Electric Cycle Hire"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL"
published: "2018-10-08"
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# Electric Cycle Hire

Buyer: BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f178cde5-1453-434d-8747-5275c430fbea

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## Summary

The Bath and North East Somerset Council is currently in the planning stage of the procurement process for the "Electric Cycle Hire" scheme, aimed at enhancing cycling options in Bath, South West England. The tender seeks expressions of interest from suppliers capable of providing electric bicycles. A supplier engagement event is scheduled for 15th October 2018 at the Guildhall in Bath, where potential bidders can network and learn about the opportunities available. The engagement end date is set for 4th December 2018, with a total budget of £125,000 allocated for this initiative.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in sustainable transport solutions, particularly those offering electric bicycle rental or related services. Companies equipped with innovative cycle hire systems and those that can demonstrate experience in similar projects will be well-positioned to compete. The engagement event provides a platform for prospective suppliers to showcase their offerings and engage directly with the council, fostering valuable connections that could lead to further contracts and business growth in the sustainable transport sector.

## Notice

Looking for expressions of interest from companies who are able to supply an electric cycle hire scheme for the city of Bath. A supplier engagement day will be held early to mid October for potential suppliers to bring their bikes along and find out more information regarding the opportunity. Please contact Jo Sammons using the advertised contact details for further information.UPDATE The supplier engagement event will be held on 15th October at the Guildhall in Bath. Arrival and networking from 9am with the event beginning at 9.30am. Please confirm attendance via email to Joanna Sammons using advertised email address. The main aim of the scheme is to expand upon the success of cycle hire in Bath by introducing electric bikes to the city and provide a network of electric bikes for users. We are keen for a variety of suppliers to attend this event to ensure the market is fully engaged for this forthcoming opportunity.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2738443f-b567-433a-b402-0861314de22d |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 4 Dec 2018 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £125,000 |
| 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 | BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | KEYNSHAM |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS31 1FS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Keynsham North |
| Westminster constituency | North East Somerset and Hanham |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34430000 - Bicycles

## Release History

- 8 Oct 2018 at 11:14 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2738443f-b567-433a-b402-0861314de22d
- 4 Sep 2018 at 09:02 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6b6e9e3-3d89-4a65-9da9-15e0946856f9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2738443f-b567-433a-b402-0861314de22d
  8th October 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6b6e9e3-3d89-4a65-9da9-15e0946856f9
  4th September 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bathnes.gov.uk

## Provenance

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