---
title: "Children's bikes to Learn to Ride"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a63f"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-27"
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# Children's bikes to Learn to Ride

Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a63f

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## Summary

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has issued a tender for the procurement of children's bicycles and helmets for primary schools within Sandwell. This initiative, titled "Children’s bikes to Learn to Ride," falls under the non-motorised bicycles industry category, with an associated CPV code 34431000. The procurement is currently in the tender stage and follows an open competition method. The primary purpose is to deliver a range of bicycles, including balance and convertible models, to children aged 3–8, before the end of the Summer Term 2026. With a budget allocation of £27,700 (excluding VAT), the tender closes on 8th June 2026, with inquiry submissions ending by 29th May 2026. Sandwell Council House in Oldbury, United Kingdom, is the point of contact for the procurement process.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the manufacture or supply of bicycles and related accessories. Companies with expertise in producing high-quality, durable bicycles suitable for young children would be well-positioned to compete, particularly those capable of offering both balance and pedal conversion models. The focus on price and quality, with a 60% weightage on price and 40% on quality, indicates a balanced evaluation approach and encourages competitive pricing paired with innovative, child-friendly solutions. Participation in this tender could offer growth potential for businesses eager to expand their market presence in educational and public sector supply chains.

## Notice

Provision of bicycles and helmets for Sandwell primary schools for children aged 3-8. Bikes must include a range of sizes (minimum 14" wheels), including balance bikes and convertible balance-to-pedal models. Budget: PS27,700 (excl. VAT). Delivery: Required as soon as possible, to schools across Sandwell, for use before Summer Term 2026 ends.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049670-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 Jun 2026 - 7 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £27,750 |
| Lots value | £27,750 |
| 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 | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | OLDBURY |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B69 3DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell |
| Local authority | Sandwell |
| Electoral ward | Oldbury |
| Westminster constituency | West Bromwich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34431000 - Non-motorised bicycles

## Release History

- 27 May 2026 at 12:26 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049670-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049670-2026
  27th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/Home

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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