--- title: "Bikeability Service Provision" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060ea9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-060ea9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-060ea9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-060ea9.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MEDWAY COUNCIL" published: "2026-01-26" --- # Bikeability Service Provision Buyer: MEDWAY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060ea9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-060ea9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-060ea9.json) ## Summary Medway Council is seeking an external provider for the Bikeability Service Provision, a cycle training initiative underpinned by UK Government standards. The tender, classified within the "Various school services" category, applies to the region of UKJ41 in the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the "Tender" stage with a deadline for submission set for 6th March 2026. The service, previously managed in-house, requires a registered provider with the Bikeability Trust. This open, below-threshold competition aims to revitalise and expand cycle training services in Medway over a contract period of three years, starting 6th April 2026, with potential extensions contingent upon satisfactory performance. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the educational service and transport sectors, specifically those experienced in delivering community-based training programs. The contract's estimated gross value of £180,000 demonstrates robust investment potential for SMEs and VCSEs looking to leverage their expertise in sustainable transport development and cycle training. Qualified businesses can enhance their portfolio by delivering and managing the scheme, potentially increasing course delivery and maximising funding use. With the focus on sustainability and skill development for younger audiences, this tender offers an excellent growth avenue for companies geared towards educational and environmental impact. ## Notice Bikeability is a UK Government standard, created by the Department for Transport and based upon the National Standard for Cycle Training. The standard was introduced in 2017 following approval by the Cycle Training Standards Board. Bikeability replaced what was traditionally known as 'cycling proficiency' training. Any company or organisation wishing to bid for this contract must already be a registered training provider with the Bikeability Trust. Bids from organisations not already registered will not be considered. The scheme is designed primarily to provide children and young people the skills and confidence to ride their bikes on today's roads. The scheme is funded by the Department for Transport and administered by The Bikeability Trust. This external funding is provided to Local Authorities via a set cost per head for each child that undertakes the course. Bikeability in Medway was previously delivered in-house by Medway Council. When previously operated, the Council only offering Level 1, Level 2, and Bikeability Balance courses, provided to junior and infant schools across Medway. Courses are offered to schools on a target delivery model basis. The service is managed by the Council's Transport and Parking Service and specifically the Sustainable Transport Team within that service. The team work to promote and develop more sustainable transport options across Medway, and part of this includes the promotion and development of cycling.. Bikeability was previously delivered in-house by a team of seven Instructors trained to the required National Standard. Whoever, due to staff changes, the team now has no current in-house Instructors. Recruitment to replace the staff has not been successful. As a result, no courses are currently being delivered. In order to bring Bikeability course delivery back to schools in Medway, and expand the service where possible, the Council wishes to commission an external provider to deliver Bikeability courses to schools in Medway. This will include the promotion of and management of the service. In commissioning an external Bikeability provider, it is hoped that this provider can utilise their expertise to expand the service, increase the number of courses delivered, and maximise the funding made available by the Department of Transport for courses. The contract for service delivery will be for an initial period of three years, with three one-year extensions to be considered subject to satisfactory service provision. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1009269705 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006696-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 6 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 5 Apr 2026 - 5 Apr 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £150,000 | | Lots value | £150,000 | | 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 | MEDWAY COUNCIL | | Locality | CHATHAM | | Post town | Rochester | | Postcode | ME4 4TR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ41 Medway | | Local authority | Medway | | Electoral ward | Chatham Central & Brompton | | Westminster constituency | Rochester and Strood | | Delivery location | TLJ41 Medway | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80410000 - Various school services ## Release History - 26 Jan 2026 at 14:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006696-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006696-2026 26th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1009269705 - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk - 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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