--- title: "TC671 - Provision of Bikeability Training" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02bfdd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02bfdd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02bfdd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02bfdd.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL" published: "2021-06-24" --- # TC671 - Provision of Bikeability Training Buyer: MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02bfdd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02bfdd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02bfdd.json) ## Summary Manchester City Council is currently engaged in the open procurement process for the tender titled "TC671 - Provision of Bikeability Training". This initiative, falling under the education and training services category, aims to provide cycle training to children across Manchester, with a target of training a minimum of 2,500 individuals annually. The tender period is set to close on 26th July 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 1st November 2021, lasting for two years, with potential for a two-year extension. Interested parties are required to submit their tenders electronically via the Chest portal by the specified deadline. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those offering training programmes related to cycling or outdoor activities. Companies that provide robust training methodologies and can demonstrate a commitment to social and ethical values are particularly well-suited to compete. Participating in this project not only offers a chance to contribute to community engagement and safety but also enables growth in the context of public contracts, as successful bidders will play a critical role in enhancing cycling skills among young residents in Manchester. ## Notice Manchester City Council is prepared to receive tenders for the Provision of Bikeability Training which will be subject to the information, specification and tender package provided. The contract will deliver training in accordance with Cycle Training Standards Board (CTSB), Bikeability Standard Levels 2 and 3 ("the Bikeability Standard"), to children across Manchester. The Core Service will comprise delivery of cycle training for Years 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 and it is the Council's intention to train the minimum target number of 2500 (individual trainees) children per year. Additional activities may be required as and when funding is available. These include delivery of Level 1 courses to Years 3 and 4, delivery of fifth Level 2 sessions to support courses that may have been affected by inclement weather, and delivery of the Department of Transport's new scheme, Bikeability Plus. During the course of the contract period Adult Cycle Training may also be required. This contract does not guarantee a minimum number of individuals to be trained by the contractor and is dependent on full funding being secured. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Manchester City Council is prepared to receive tenders for the Provision of Bikeability Training which will be subject to the information, specification and tender package provided. The contract will deliver training in accordance with Cycle Training Standards Board (CTSB), Bikeability Standard Levels 2 and 3 ("the Bikeability Standard"), to children across Manchester. The Core Service will comprise delivery of cycle training for Years 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 and it is the Council's intention to train the minimum target number of 2500 (individual trainees) children per year. Additional activities may be required as and when funding is available. These include delivery of Level 1 courses to Years 3 and 4, delivery of fifth Level 2 sessions to support courses that may have been affected by inclement weather, and delivery of the Department of Transport's new scheme, Bikeability Plus. During the course of the contract period Adult Cycle Training may also be required. This contract does not guarantee a minimum number of individuals to be trained by the contractor and is dependent on full funding being secured. Additional information: The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk . Once registered, applicants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the documentation relating to this opportunity. Applicants will need to electronically submit their completed tender documents, including online questionnaire, via the on-line portal by 11am on Monday 26th July 2021 Any clarification queries must be submitted via the Chest website by the date referred to in the tender documentation. The contract will be for 2 years expected to commence 01/11/2021 with an option to extend for up to 2 years. The successful supplier will be required to actively participate in the economic and social regeneration of the locality of, and surroundings of, the place of delivery of the contract. Therefore, selection and award criteria, specification requirements and contract performance conditions may relate in particular to social and environmental considerations as relevant to the subject matter of this project. The Council reserves the right not to award the contract, as a result of this Contract Notice. The Council shall not be liable for any costs or expenses incurred by any organisation in responding to this notice or in tendering for the proposed contract. All submissions must be in English, with any clarifications or discussions conducted in English. Tenders and supporting documents must be priced in pounds sterling and all payments under the proposed contract will be made in pounds sterling. Renewal: The contract period will be for 2 years with the option to extend for upto an additional 2 years. It is intended for the contract to commence on 1st November 2021 and the extension period will be considered in 2023. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014442-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Jun 2021 | | Submission deadline | 26 Jul 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £917,000 | | Lots value | £458,956 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M60 2LA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Piccadilly | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 24 Jun 2021 at 16:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014442-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.manchester.gov.uk - http://www.the-chest.org.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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