--- title: "Framework Agreement for Bikeability National Standard Cycle Training" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06bd54" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06bd54" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06bd54.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06bd54.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-25" --- # Framework Agreement for Bikeability National Standard Cycle Training Buyer: STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bd54 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06bd54) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06bd54.json) ## Summary Staffordshire County Council is in the planning stage of procuring a framework agreement for Bikeability National Standard Cycle Training. This procurement process falls under the services category, specifically targeting education and training services, and is slated for implementation in Staffordshire, UK. The process, initiated on 25th June 2026, includes a preliminary engagement period with potential suppliers from 16th to 22nd July 2026, offering opportunities for one-to-one meetings via Teams to discuss the tender process and Bikeability operations in the region. The final engagement date is set for 31st July 2026, with a future notice date planned for 1st September 2026. This procurement is compliant with UK legal requirements as per the 2023/54 legal basis and is organized as a framework agreement scheduled to begin on 1st April 2027, running through to 31st March 2029, with potential renewal options extending to 2030. This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs interested or already active in the education and training services sector. Companies registered as a scheme provider with The Bikeability Trust will be well-suited to compete, given the requirement to align with Active Travel England and Department for Transport grant conditions. Engaging in this procurement process could not only enhance a company's portfolio and expertise in cycle training but also bolster its reputation and presence within Staffordshire and beyond. Participating businesses will benefit from the planned comprehensive engagement process, allowing potential suppliers to become well-informed and strategically positioned ahead of the tender's full release. ## Notice Staffordshire County Council is searching for suitable providers to award, for the provision of Bikeability Cycle Training. The council is looking for a number of providers, to ensure delivery across Staffordshire as per Active Travel England, Department for Transport grant conditions. The providers must be registered as a Scheme Provider with The Bikeability Trust. ### Planning Information The Council wishes to invite companies or potential start ups to contact the Client Lead for a one-to-one meeting to discuss what is involved in the training and some guidance on the process. The aim for this engagement is to: - promote this opportunity to suppliers within similar fields, but have little or no familiarity Bikeability. - provide information regarding how Bikeability works in Staffordshire for suppliers who are familiar with Bikeability already. - invite suppliers or potential start ups to learn more about the opportunity without the pressure of a tender deadline. The Lead Client is able to offer Teams Meetings on 16th, 17th, 21st and 22nd July at 9:30am, 11am, 1pm and 2:30pm on each of the days. Should it be required, more capacity may be added prior to 31st July 2026. To request a meeting, please email cath.stephenson@staffordshire.gov.uk with a range of availability, just in case your first-choice timeslot has been booked. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059953-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Sep 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | STAFFORD | | Post town | Stoke-on-Trent | | Postcode | ST16 2LP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire | | ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC | | Local authority | Stafford | | Electoral ward | Forebridge | | Westminster constituency | Stafford | | Delivery location | TLG24 Staffordshire CC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 25 Jun 2026 at 14:25 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059953-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059953-2026 25th June 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.staffordshire.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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