Ashbourne Bike Share Scheme 12-month Pilot

Tender description

Meath County Council is seeking tenders from potential operators to roll out, operate and maintain a bike share scheme (BSS) in Ashbourne town for an initial pilot period of 12 months starting In March 2023 and running until February 2024, with the option thereafter to secure the scheme on a more permanent basis. The option of making the scheme permanent will be considered based on the overall success of the 12-month pilot and availability of the necessary funding. The proposed scheme must: • Provide value for money for regular users and visitors alike • Be easy to operate • Operate with bikes of high quality and in roadworthy condition • Operate to a high standard of service, reliability, and safety • Allow for a range of payment options e.g. membership and Pay As You Go options • Comprise a minimum of 32No. bikes (15 No. push bikes, 15 No. E-Bikes and 2 No. E-Cargo Bikes) at locations to be agreed with Meath County Council