Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cfc-e964-732d-aac5-ee36a305fca1/luf-cycle-hire-scheme [Skip to main content](#main-content) closedGBopen procedureSuitable for SMEs # LUF - Cycle Hire Scheme [Canterbury City Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/canterbury-city-council) Estimated value £460,000 Published 19 Feb 2025 Deadline Closed 7 Apr 2025 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](/opportunities/for-small-businesses)## About this tender Canterbury City Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable Operator for the provision of a Cycle Hire Scheme and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet the Council's requirements. The specific requirements for the above are detailed in in the Suite of documents. It should be noted that by submitting a tender, you confirm that you understand and can meet these requirements. The Contract is anticipated to commence at the beginning of May 2025 and will continue for a period of 4 years (unless terminated early in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract) and may be extended for a period of 1 year subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Operator and at the Council's entire discretion. Any such extension shall be on the same terms and conditions of this Contract and shall be subject to mutual agreement in writing. Full details and requirements are included within the Invitation to Tender Documentation. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. Attachments: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal ([kentbusinessportal.org.uk](https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk)). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Monday 24 March 2025 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered). Additional information: Full details and requirements are included within the Invitation to Tender Documentation. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. Attachments: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal ([kentbusinessportal.org.uk](https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk)). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Monday 24 March 2025 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered). 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