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Published 20 Apr 2021, 22:55 BST

Official UK procurement notice

Travel Demand and Active Travel Framework

Official notice

Authority: West Midlands Combined Authority (Local council)

Framework agreement5 lotsServicesOpen procedureSME suitable
Framework ceiling (notional)Value not publishedframework ceiling, not attributable revenue
Awarded 16 Mar 2021
Lots 5see the lot list below

What is being bought5 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

he objectives of the WMCA TDM and Active Travel Framework are to:

  • To plan and deliver packages of TDM, sustainable travel behavioural change and active travel
  • Support delivery of planned behavioural change at scale;
  • Provide capacity at short notice to develop and deliver localised TDM strategies and activities.
  • To plan and deliver packages and events that encourage cycling

It is the WMCA's intention to make this Framework accessible to other local authorities and organisations in the UK. Please refer to the individual Lot descriptions at II.2.4 for further details.

The Framework itself is comprised of 5 Lots, each of which will be detailed within this award notice.

As this is a Framework Agreement it is not known at this stage what the aggregate value of spend will be across the various Lots. The figure given below is an estimate of WMCA spend over 4 years for tendering purposes only, please note that WMCA cannot be held to this figure.

CPV: Bicycles · Education and training services · Event services · Transport systems consultancy services · Travel management services

How this framework works

From the published notice
Bids received
12 bids on the busiest of 5 lots · 11 suppliers appointed

Lots and requirements (5)Procurement structure

5 lots · no lot values published · evaluation weights differ by lot
Lot #1Evidence Based Travel Demand ManagementAwarded

It is expected that the successful service providers on Lot 1 will work closely with the WMCA to develop, deliver and monitor a range of Travel Demand Management strategies.

It is WMCA's intention to make the framework available to other local authorities in the UK. This will consist of the following (but not limited to):

  • all county councils, borough and district councils and unitary authorities throughout England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales

— all those bodies listed in Statutory Instrument 2014/2234 — The Whole of Government Accounts (Designation of Bodies) Order 2014, www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2014/2234/sched… ↗ including future bodies as well as bodies being established as a result of re-organisations, and any subsequent order(s) should the 2014 Orders be collectively or individually repealed. For the avoidance of doubt, this shall include, but not be limited to, all local authorities and all Integrated Transport Authorities including those not listed in the 2014 Orders but who are members of the Urban Transport Group as currently listed under www.urbantransportgroup.org/about-us/our-members ↗

— public transport providers in England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and other parts of the UK registered with Vehicle and Operator Service Agency.

Private entities/companies that are not bound by public procurement regulation, and that are not classed as ‘contracting authorities’ under the PCR 2015 may also access this framework if required.

Delivery: West Midlands
Lot #2Behaviour ChangeAwarded

Amongst other requirements, the successful providers will be expected to deliver sustainable travel and behavioural change projects and strategies based on areas of working with stakeholders, Local Authorities, Transport Operators and other partners.

It is WMCA's intention to make the framework available to other local authorities in the UK. This will consist of the following (but not limited to):

  • all county councils, borough and district councils and unitary authorities throughout England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales

— all those bodies listed in Statutory Instrument 2014/2234 — The Whole of Government Accounts (Designation of Bodies) Order 2014, www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2014/2234/sched… ↗ including future bodies as well as bodies being established as a result of re-organisations, and any subsequent order(s) should the 2014 Orders be collectively or individually repealed. For the avoidance of doubt, this shall include, but not be limited to, all local authorities and all Integrated Transport Authorities including those not listed in the 2014 Orders but who are members of the Urban Transport Group as currently listed under www.urbantransportgroup.org/about-us/our-members ↗

— public transport providers in England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and other parts of the UK registered with Vehicle and Operator Service Agency.

Private entities/companies that are not bound by public procurement regulation, and that are not classed as ‘contracting authorities’ under the PCR 2015 may also access this framework if required.

Delivery: West Midlands
Lot #3Cycle TrainingAwarded

The successful service providers will be expected to deliver a full spectrum of Cycle Training services within the West Midlands. This will include training for children/young adults, Adults and cycle instructors.

It is WMCA's intention to make the framework available to other local authorities in the UK. This will consist of the following (but not limited to):

  • all county councils, borough and district councils and unitary authorities throughout England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales

— all those bodies listed in Statutory Instrument 2014/2234 — The Whole of Government Accounts (Designation of Bodies) Order 2014, www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2014/2234/sched… ↗ including future bodies as well as bodies being established as a result of re-organisations, and any subsequent order(s) should the 2014 Orders be collectively or individually repealed. For the avoidance of doubt, this shall include, but not be limited to, all local authorities and all Integrated Transport Authorities including those not listed in the 2014 Orders but who are members of the Urban Transport Group as currently listed under www.urbantransportgroup.org/about-us/our-members ↗

— public transport providers in England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and other parts of the UK registered with Vehicle and Operator Service Agency.

Private entities/companies that are not bound by public procurement regulation, and that are not classed as ‘contracting authorities’ under the PCR 2015 may also access this framework if required.

Delivery: West Midlands
Lot #4Cycling EventsAwarded

Service providers on Lot 4 will be expected to organise and run both large and small scale cycling events providing the opportunity for residents to use and enjoy their streets and spaces in a different way – one that provides a safe environment for all ages to cycle and socialise.

This will include organising Traffic Free and Pop Up cycling events.

It is WMCA's intention to make the framework available to other local authorities in the UK. This will consist of the following (but not limited to):

  • all county councils, borough and district councils and unitary authorities throughout England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales

— all those bodies listed in Statutory Instrument 2014/2234 — The Whole of Government Accounts (Designation of Bodies) Order 2014, www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2014/2234/sched… ↗ including future bodies as well as bodies being established as a result of re-organisations, and any subsequent order(s) should the 2014 Orders be collectively or individually repealed. For the avoidance of doubt, this shall include, but not be limited to, all local authorities and all Integrated Transport Authorities including those not listed in the 2014 Orders but who are members of the Urban Transport Group as currently listed under www.urbantransportgroup.org/about-us/our-members ↗

— public transport providers in England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and other parts of the UK registered with Vehicle and Operator Service Agency.

Private entities/companies that are not bound by public procurement regulation, and that are not classed as ‘contracting authorities’ under the PCR 2015 may also access this framework if required.

Delivery: West Midlands
Lot #5Supply Chain for Pedal CyclesAwarded

Pedal Cycle ownership or access is one of the barriers for many people to get into cycling. Service providers on Lot 5 will be expected to source product, deliver and manage all elements of the supply chain for pedal cycles, accessories and associated items.

It is WMCA's intention to make the framework available to other local authorities in the UK. This will consist of the following (but not limited to):

  • all county councils, borough and district councils and unitary authorities throughout England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales

— all those bodies listed in Statutory Instrument 2014/2234 — The Whole of Government Accounts (Designation of Bodies) Order 2014, www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2014/2234/sched… ↗ including future bodies as well as bodies being established as a result of re-organisations, and any subsequent order(s) should the 2014 Orders be collectively or individually repealed. For the avoidance of doubt, this shall include, but not be limited to, all local authorities and all Integrated Transport Authorities including those not listed in the 2014 Orders but who are members of the Urban Transport Group as currently listed under www.urbantransportgroup.org/about-us/our-members ↗

— public transport providers in England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and other parts of the UK registered with Vehicle and Operator Service Agency.

Private entities/companies that are not bound by public procurement regulation, and that are not classed as ‘contracting authorities’ under the PCR 2015 may also access this framework if required.

Delivery: West Midlands

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
How bids were scored

Lots publish different evaluation splits; there is no single procedure weighting.

What this means for your bid
  • Price carries 30–40 points depending on the lot; most lots put it at 40 points.
  • “Travel Demand and Active Travel Framework” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, not a single contract.

Price arithmetic assumes straight proportional scoring; the tender pack may use another formula.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record
Procedure method
Open procedure
Legal basis
CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
Procurement category
Services
Notice status
Awarded
Procurement threshold
Unspecified in notice
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Framework agreement
Who may use this agreement
Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Unspecified in notice
Recurring procurement
Unspecified in notice
First published
20 Apr 2021, 22:55 BST
Last source update
20 Apr 2021, 22:55 BST
Authority reference
02325-2020
FTS notice number
2021/S 000-008401
Classification (CPV)
BicyclesEducation and training servicesEvent servicesTransport systems consultancy servicesTravel management services
Delivery area
West Midlands (UKG)
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-02a842 Find a Tender

Commercial outcome & contract awards

Published awards, contracts and bid statistics, not a forecast
Suppliers appointed 11admitted to the panel · see the list ↓
Bids received 123 from SMEs · busiest of 5 lots
Contracts signed 5latest 16 Mar 2021

5 suppliers are admitted to this framework without individual award values or dates, see the supplier list below.

Contracts

All 2 of these contracts carry the same published figure, £3,000,000, the framework's maximum for the whole notice, not each contract's own value. They are not eleven separate sums.

  • Evidence Based Travel Demand Management

    Signed
    16 Mar 2021
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Behaviour Change

    Signed
    16 Mar 2021
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Cycle Training

    Signed
    16 Mar 2021
    Value
    £1,500,000
    Status
    active
  • Cycling Events

    Signed
    16 Mar 2021
    Value
    £1,500,000
    Status
    active
  • Supply Chain for Pedal Cycles

    Signed
    16 Mar 2021
    Value
    £1,000,000
    Status
    active

Bid statistics published by the authority

LotBidsSMEVCSEValid bid range
1 · Evidence Based Travel Demand Management10bids1——
2 · Behaviour Change12bids3——
3 · Cycle Training3bids2——
4 · Cycling Events1bids1——
5 · Supply Chain for Pedal Cycles2bids2——

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

West Midlands Combined Authority

Contracting authorityLocal CouncilRegional or local authorityGeneral public services 16 Summer Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands, B19 3SDContact email, phone

Dispute resolution & review bodies

  • Royal Courts of JusticeReview body London

Framework contractors & participating bidders

11 commercial parties on the notice

Official documents & specifications

Official links; attachments are not copied

No document links were published on the notice.