--- title: "28577 - Intensive Schools Engagement" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06de52" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06de52" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06de52.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06de52.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL" published: "2026-08-06" --- # 28577 - Intensive Schools Engagement Buyer: PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06de52 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06de52) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06de52.json) ## Summary Plymouth City Council, a sub-central government public authority, is currently in the tender stage for its "Intensive Schools Engagement" Programme, aimed at enhancing youth education and promoting sustainable travel. The procurement is classified under industry categories including youth and safety education services. Located in the South West of England, this procurement opportunity invites suppliers to engage in services delivered across the region. The submission deadline is set for 9th September 2026, with enquiry opportunities closing on 26th August 2026. The procurement follows an open procedure, ensuring a wide pool of potential suppliers can participate, while the programme is scheduled to begin on 1st January 2027 and may run until 31st August 2029, with potential extensions based on performance and funding. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in youth education and public transport consultancy to expand within the public sector. Companies that provide training and engagement services would be particularly well-suited to leverage their expertise in active travel promotion. With a contract valued up to £230,400, and a structure allowing SMEs and VCSEs to participate, stakeholders are encouraged to harness this project as a platform to integrate innovative educational approaches and sustainable practices within schools. The alignment with initiatives like 'Plymotion' signifies an interest in collaborative solutions, which can enhance business credibility and footprint in environmentally sustainable education and infrastructure integration. Suppliers can engage through the Supplying the South West Portal, requiring registration and electronic submissions for tender consideration. ## Notice Plymouth City Council, "The Authority", is seeking suitably qualified and experienced Suppliers to tender for the re-procurement of its Intensive Schools Engagement Programme. Objectives The overall aim of the programme is to increase the number of young people travelling to school actively and/or sustainably with a particular focus on areas that have seen infrastructure improvements and with a particular focus on the strategic growth areas. The objectives are to:- * Reduce the number of young people travelling to school by car - with a shift to active travel modes or use of public transport. * Raise awareness of the benefits of active travel in schools and amongst the wider school community of teachers, parents and siblings. * Create a culture of active travel within project schools and the wider school community of teachers, parents and siblings that can be sustained after the project has finished * Work in partnership with the City's Bikeability provider, in order to maximise the benefits of all programmes. * Maximise awareness of, and participation in, activities associated with the Authority led behavioural change programme, 'Plymotion', amongst schoolchildren and the wider school community. The objectives are achieved through delivery of a wide range of events, activities and sessions run in Plymouth schools, such as: * bike and scooter skills training * led rides, including transition rides to secondary school and college * Dr Bike and bike maintenance training * curriculum-linked sessions on active travel * incentive schemes for classes and individuals * various competitions such as inter-school competitions (Big Walk and Wheel) * Be Safe Be Seen and other safety sessions * bike powered smoothie maker and other fun sessions on active and healthy living * sessions to encourage Year 6 pupils making the transition to secondary school to cycle and travel safely ### Lot Information Lot 1 Options: The Authority reserves the right to modify, expand or reduce the scope of the Contract during its term, including as a consequence of Local Government Reorganisation, changes in funding availability, changes in the number of participating schools, revised programme requirements, geographical expansion, or the introduction of related active travel and behaviour change initiatives. The Authority may also extend the Contract for a period of up to twelve (12) months. Any such changes shall be made in accordance with the Contract and the Procurement Act 2023. Renewal: The authority reserves the right to extend the contract term for 1 additional period of 1 year, beyond the initial 20 month term. This option may be exercised based on satisfactory performance and continued budget availability. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074947-2026 | | 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 | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Aug 2026 | | Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2027 - 31 Aug 2028 | | Recurrence | 2029-01-31 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £192,000 | | Lots value | £192,000 | | 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 | PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | PLYMOUTH | | Post town | Plymouth | | Postcode | PL1 3BJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon | | ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth | | Local authority | Plymouth | | Electoral ward | St Peter and the Waterfront | | Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport | | Delivery location | TLK41 Plymouth | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80310000 - Youth education services - 80330000 - Safety education services - 80410000 - Various school services - 80500000 - Training services ## Release History - 6 Aug 2026 at 15:17 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074947-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074947-2026 6th August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/ The procurement Documents are available unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=e9d6cc38-a291-f111-813c-005056b64545&p=696a9836-1895-e511-8105-000c29c9ba21 ## Notice URLs - http://www.plymouth.gov.uk - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=e9d6cc38-a291-f111-813c-005056b64545&p=696a9836-1895-e511-8105-000c29c9ba21 - 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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