Are you considering a healthier, more sustainable way of travelling?
Cycling is a great way to boost your mental and physical health. It also contributes to a greener planet and can help save you money on fuel, parking or public transport.
This is where our Cycle to Work Scheme could help. It is open all year round and you're sure to find whatever you need as you have access to an extensive supply network, including Evans, Cycle solutions and over 1,000 independent bike shops (including local independent stores).
What is a Cycle to Work Scheme?
The Council in partnership with Vivup has a government approved Cycle to Work Scheme which allows employees and Councillors (subject to qualifying criteria) to pay towards the hire of a bicycle and associated safety equipment whilst benefiting from savings on Income Tax and National Insurance through a salary sacrifice arrangement.
The scheme is a voluntary arrangement where the lease cost is deducted from the employee's gross pay in equal instalments over a 12 or 18 month period up to the value of £3,000 (including VAT). This is on the condition that the lease is specifically for you and in order to qualify for tax relief, the bicycle/and or safety equipment is mainly used (at least 50% of its usage) for the purpose of commuting between your home and workplace, part of those journeys, or occasional work-related journeys. There is however no requirement for you to keep a log of these to comply with the scheme.
Vivup Cycle to Work Scheme
End of hire agreement period
At the end of the hire agreement period SME HCI Ltd (Vivup) will contact you outlining your options.
You should also be aware that an end of agreement fee is taken as a net deduction from your salary at the end of the 12 or 18 month hire agreement repayment period. This is necessary to ensure that the transfer is not treated as a taxable benefit to you under HMRC rules. More information can be found in the Cycle to Work Scheme guide.
Before you submit an order please ensure you read the scheme guide, terms and conditions and FAQ documents. Your personal circumstances may mean that entering into a salary sacrifice scheme is not beneficial for you.
Vivup Cycle to Work Scheme documents
- Vivup Cycle to Work Scheme Guide (PDF, 105 KB)
- Vivup Cycle to Work Scheme Terms and Conditions (PDF, 154 KB)
- Vivup Cycle to Work Scheme Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (PDF, 193 KB)
How to order your new Cycle to Work Scheme bike for home delivery
Ordering through Vivup's Cycle to Work portal is easy. Follow the step-by-step guide for ordering online for home delivery.
Step 1
Step 2
Select Cycle to Work from the top menu.
Step 3
Select a category or search for an item in the search bar.
Step 4
Select your desired bike and safety equipment and choose a term length.
Step 5
Continue your order and provide your personal information: place of work, employee number, National Insurance number, name and address.
Step 6
Once submitted your employer will need to authorise your order.
Step 7
The item(s) will be delivered to your door before your first salary reduction.
How to order your new Cycle to Work Scheme bike through a local retailer
Ordering through Vivup's Cycle to Work portal is easy. Follow the step-by-step guide for ordering at a participating local bike shop.
Step 1
Step 2
Select Cycle to Work from the top menu.
Step 3
Search participating local bike shops, including independent retailers.
Step 4
Visit your chosen shop to select your desired bike and safety equipment and get a quote from them.
Step 5
Go back to the Cycle to Work portal via the Vivup website, selected 'order with quote' and submit the quote details.
Step 6
Once submitted your employer will need to authorise your order.
Step 7
Collect the item(s) from your chosen local bike shop.
Legacy Cycle to Work Scheme (Cyclescheme Ltd)
Cyclescheme Ltd were the providers of our Cycle to Work Scheme before 22 March 2024. If your hire agreement was with Cyclescheme Ltd please refer to the documents below as there are variations between the schemes.
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