---
title: "Locker Based Bike Hire Solution"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065999"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065999.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-20"
---

# Locker Based Bike Hire Solution

Buyer: SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065999

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Sunderland City Council pertains to their "Locker Based Bike Hire Solution," specifically designed for the city centre, with potential expansion. The industry category focuses on transportation services, including bicycles, under the CPV code 60000000. The process has reached the award stage as of 20 February 2026, with the contract being active from 16 February 2026 to 15 February 2031, with a possible extension to 15 February 2036. This initiative, classified under "concession," is below the financial threshold, highlighting an opportunity for SMEs. Sunderland City Council serves as the buying organisation, with Brompton Bike Hire Ltd awarded the contract.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for growth in the transportation services sector, especially for businesses specialising in sustainable mobility solutions. With Brompton Bike Hire Ltd, an SME, successfully securing the contract, similar entities can find inspiration and strategise to enter or expand within this market. The procurement promises a cycle hire scheme that operates 24/7, highlighting a consistent demand for reliable and efficient transport solutions in urban settings. It is best suited for enterprises in or aspiring to expand into public transport services, automated systems, and sustainable urban developments.

## Notice

Sunderland Council has a requirement for a Locker Based Bike Hire Scheme located in the city centre, with potential for wider expansion. The scheme will consist of an automated bike locker or 'dock' solution where users can pre-book and collect/return bikes 24/7.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015825-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Feb 2026 - 15 Feb 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £59,884 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BROMPTON BIKE HIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 34430000 - Bicycles
- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2026 at 16:09 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015825-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015825-2026
  20th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bromptonhire.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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