The Leader of the Council approved the procurement strategy for cycle hangars on 18 August 2026. The decision authorises an estimated annual cost of £450,000 for an initial four-year term, with options to extend for up to two further two-year periods, resulting in a maximum contract value of £3.6 million commencing 1 April 2027. The strategy includes a competitive tender process using the Competitive Flexible procedure under the Procurement Act 2023, with tenders assessed on quality, price, and social value.