--- title: "Provision of Bikeability Cycle Training on Merseyside 2026" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a062" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05a062" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05a062.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05a062.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY" published: "2026-03-31" --- # Provision of Bikeability Cycle Training on Merseyside 2026 Buyer: LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a062 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05a062) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05a062.json) ## Summary Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, a sub-central government public authority, is actively seeking tenders for the provision of Bikeability Cycle Training across Merseyside. This procurement, in the tender stage with a submission deadline of 1st May 2026, aims to deliver high-quality cycle training to school children in Liverpool, Wirral, Sefton, Knowsley, and St Helens. Scheduled to commence in July 2026 for an initial term of 12 months, the procurement includes the possibility of a 36-month extension, contingent upon performance and funding. With a total budget of £4,800,000, the training programme, funded by the Department for Transport and Active Travel England, supports the region's active travel strategy and sustainable transport commitment, with engagement periods ending on 24th April 2026 and award decisions expected by 8th June 2026. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in community, social, and personal services, particularly those skilled in educational and environmental projects. The procurement follows an open procedure, welcoming companies, including SMEs and VCSEs, with expertise in cycle training and development programmes for children, including those with special educational needs and disabilities. Businesses with the capability to deliver Bikeability Levels 1-3 are encouraged to participate, offering a chance for growth, partnership, and contribution to the region's broader transport objectives. Prospective suppliers can find detailed economic and technical specifications on The Chest, facilitating a seamless competitive process. ## Notice Bikeability is the nationally recognised cycle training programme for schools funded by the Department for Transport (DfT) and Active Travel England. It aims to provide children the skills, knowledge and confidence to travel on roads safely. It adheres to a national standard and is delivered at 3 levels - from basic manoeuvres off road through to more complex drills on busier junctions/ roundabouts. Bikeability Plus is an additional element which provides added support to instil further confidence and skills. Merseytravel, on behalf of the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, is preparing to procure the delivery of Bikeability cycle training across Merseyside for the year 2026/2027, with an option to extend the contract for up to 36 additional months. This procurement aims to ensure high-quality, inclusive, and accessible cycle training for children and young people, supporting the region's active travel strategy and commitment to sustainable transport. Initial Term: 12 months (July 2026) Extension Option: Up to 36 months (subject to performance and funding) Geographic Scope: Merseyside (Liverpool, Wirral, Sefton, Knowsley, St Helens) During the term of this contract we may received some additional funding to deliver similar projects under this scheme, within the scope of this contract and as such we reserve the right to include this work within this contract, Subject to funding requirements. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Options: This would be determined by any additional grand funding that we may receive. Renewal: Initial Term: 12 months (July 2026) Extension Option: Up to 36 months (subject to performance and funding) ### Planning Information To get involved in the market engagement, please complete the questionnaire attached to the opportunity on The Chest: https://procontract.due-north.com/Opportunities/Index?resetFilter=True&applyFilter=True&p=e0cc5631-4690-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21&v=1 and return via the message section on the chest opportunity by 12 noon Tuesday 14th October 2025. Please note that in order to view this Market Engagement, you will need to filter your search on The Chest to opportunities published by Merseytravel. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030009-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 1 May 2026 | | Future notice date | 27 Apr 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 | | Recurrence | 2030-01-14 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £4,000,000 | | Lots value | £4,000,000 | | 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 | LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY | | Locality | LIVERPOOL | | Post town | Liverpool | | Postcode | L3 1BP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside | | ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool | | Local authority | Liverpool | | Electoral ward | Waterfront South | | Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside | | Delivery location | TLD7 Merseyside | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services ## Release History - 31 Mar 2026 at 16:07 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030009-2026 - 23 Sep 2025 at 14:58 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058984-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030009-2026 31st March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058984-2025 23rd September 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://procontract.due-north.com/Opportunities/Index?resetFilter=True&applyFilter=True&p=e0cc5631-4690-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21&v=1 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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