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title: "Provision of an E Scooter (12 month) Trial in South Somerset"
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# Provision of an E Scooter (12 month) Trial in South Somerset

Buyer: SOUTH SOMERSET DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f1c7c9c7-1203-4053-b77c-ce46d05ff515

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## Summary

The South Somerset District Council is seeking bids for the "Provision of an E Scooter (12 month) Trial in South Somerset". This initiative falls under the transport equipment industry and aims to assess the role of e-scooters in the mobility landscape of the area. The tender is currently in the active stage of procurement, having been published on 13th August 2020. The deadline for submission of bids is 24th August 2020, with the contract period scheduled to commence on 1st September 2020 and conclude on 31st August 2021. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, facilitating wider participation.

Businesses that engage in transportation services, particularly those with experience in e-scooter rental or related mobility solutions, will find this tender a valuable opportunity for growth. The emphasis on a green recovery from COVID-19 aligns with current trends towards sustainable transport, making this an ideal pursuit for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) focusing on innovative transport solutions. Participation in this trial can enhance visibility and credibility in the emerging e-mobility sector, providing a platform for companies to showcase their capabilities.

## Notice

South Somerset District Council is pleased to invite bidders to take part in an exciting opportunity to run an e-scooter trial within South Somerset. This e-scooter trial represents an opportunity to understand the potential role of e-scooters in the mobility ecosystem of the area. . As part of a green and healthy recovery from COVID 19, the Secretary of State for Transport announced the acceleration of e-Scooter trials for 2020. The Department for Transport (DfT) issued further guidance for undertaking e-scooter trials on the 30 June 2020 and this guidance and any subsequent national guidance and/or legislation will also directly inform the design, implementation and operation of the trial. Please see the below link to DfT legislation and e-Scooter guidance: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/e-scooter-trials-guidance-for-local-areas-and-rental-operators/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afa49872-603a-4275-a416-4ba52c805654 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2020 - 31 Aug 2021 |
| 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 | SOUTH SOMERSET DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | YEOVIL |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA20 2HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Yeovil South |
| Westminster constituency | Yeovil |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2020 at 16:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afa49872-603a-4275-a416-4ba52c805654

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afa49872-603a-4275-a416-4ba52c805654
  13th August 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.southsomerset.gov.uk/
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/e-scooter-trials-guidance-for-local-areas-and-rental-operators/

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