Green Commute Initiative Cycle to Work Scheme Accepted at Certini Bicycle Co

Green Commute Initiative Accepted at Certini Bicycle Co

• - Commute Smarter with Cycle to Work
• - Save 28-47%
• - Any type of bicycle
• - Easy monthly payments
• - No fees
• - Cycle now, pay later

The Green Commute Initiative Cycle to Work scheme is designed to help employees save money on bikes and cycling equipment while supporting healthier, greener commuting. Instead of buying a bike outright, eligible employees can apply through their employer and repay the cost over time from their gross salary, before tax and National Insurance are applied.

Buy Your Bike Through Green Commute Initiative at Certini

At Certini Bicycle Co, you can use Green Commute Initiative towards a wide range of bikes and eligible cycling accessories. Whether you are looking for a commuter bike, electric bike, road bike, gravel bikeor mountain bike, our team can help you find the right setup for your journey to work and beyond. Green Commute Initiative can be a great option for riders who want to invest in a quality bike for daily commuting, fitness, leisure riding or replacing short car journeys. From lightweight urban bikes to powerful electric bikes, Certini offers a wide choice of cycling products suitable for commuting and everyday use.

Why Choose Green Commute Initiative?

• - A healthier you, both in mind and body
• - Reaching your fitness goals more quickly
• - A happier you as you become healthier and fitter
• - Enjoying your commute to work so you arrive on time and feeling energised
• - Becoming more effective in your work
• - Saving money on fuel and car parking costs

Save Money on a New Bike or E-Bike

One of the key benefits of using the Green Commute Initiative at Certini Bicycle Co is the potential saving compared with buying a bike outright. As payments are made from your gross salary through salary sacrifice, savings are made through tax and National Insurance efficiencies. Actual savings can vary depending on your salary, tax band, payroll setup, employer arrangements and the value of the bike package. Green Commute Initiative provides a savings calculator to help estimate what you could save before applying.

Green Commute Initiative for Electric Bikes

If you are looking for an electric bike through the Cycle to Work scheme, Green Commute Initiative can be an excellent choice. E-bikes are ideal for longer commutes, hilly routes, carrying extra kit and arriving at work feeling fresher. At Certini Bicycle Co, you can explore a wide range of electric bikes from leading brands, including electric hybrid bikes, electric mountain bikes and electric road/gravel bikes from Specialized, Cube and UTO. Our team can help you choose an e-bike that suits your route, riding style and budget.

How to Use Green Commute Initiative at Certini Bicycle Co

Using GCI at Certini Bicycle Co is straightforward. Choose the bike and eligible accessories you would like, check that your employer supports Green Commute Initiative, then follow the application process through GCI. Once your voucher is approved, Certini can help you complete your order. If you are unsure which bike to choose, our knowledgeable team can help you compare models, sizing, accessories and commuting essentials so you get the most from your Cycle to Work package.

Your employer does not have to be registered with Green Commute Initiative. Whilst employers can register, and there is some benefit to them in doing so, it is not required. Registration makes no difference to what you can get as an employee and how you pay for it. Here is a summary of the process:

Before You Apply For A Cycle to Work Scheme

Before starting your application, you’ll need to know exactly what bike and equipment you want to purchase. Cycle to Work applications are linked to a specific bike, retailer and total value, so it’s important to have everything ready before applying. You’ll normally need to know:

• - Your chosen bike
• - Any accessories you’d like included
• - The retailer or manufacturer
• - The total cost
• - Your preferred salary sacrifice period

Accessories can often include helmets, locks, lights and other cycling safety equipment.

If your employer has already registered with Green Commute Initative, you will be provided with a Corporate GCI code to access your tailored application page.

Step 1: Choose Your Bike and Equipment

Employees can choose from a wide network of registered bike shops and manufacturers across the UK, including Certini Bicycle Co. Please use GCI's registered bike shop page to find a provider, with whom you can enjoy savings of 28-47%.

Bikes and accessories are usually:

• - Purchased in-store
• - Ordered online
• - Reserved for collection

When buying through Certini Bicycle Co, employees may receive a quote that locks in the bike price for a limited period while the application is processed. Some retailers may request a refundable deposit during this stage. If you’re unsure which retailer to use, or would prefer flexibility when choosing your purchase, you may be able to apply for a Commuter Wallet (Please check if this applies to your Employer). This allows approved funds to be used across participating retailers.

Step 2: Submit Your Application

Once you’ve chosen your bike and equipment, you can complete your application through the Green Commute Initiative portal.

Applications include:

• - The bike details
• - Accessories
• - Retailer or manufacturer
• - Total value
• - Salary sacrifice period

Your employer will then review and approve the application.

Step 3: Sign Your Agreements

Once approved, the required agreements are sent electronically for signature. This typically includes:

• - The Salary Sacrifice Agreement
• - The Hire Agreement

If your employer already uses a benefits plateform, they may issue their own Salary Sacrifice agreements. Once agreements are signed, Green Commute Initiative invoices the employer according to the agreed arrangement. Where a Commuter Wallet is used, employees can then access voucher funds through the Green Commute Initiative portal.

Step 4: Receive Your Voucher or Collection Details

Once your application has been processed, a Collection Voucher or approval confirmation will be emailed to you. If purchasing online, voucher codes can normally be redeemed directly at checkout with participating retailers. Where deposits were paid during the reservation, these are usually refunded once the voucher has been redeemed. Bike shops then redeem the voucher through the Green Commute Initiative portal.

Step 5: Collect Your Bike

When buying in-store, simply collect your bike and equipment using your voucher or approval details. For online purchases, we at Certini Bicycle Co will arrange delivery or collection once the voucher has been processed.

Step 6: Repay Through Salary Sacrifice

Your Employer will implement the agreed salary sacrifice in the following pay period. This means payments are taken from your gross salary through payroll before tax and National Insurance are applied, helping employees make savings compared to purchasing the bike outright. The exact savings vary depending on your personal tax circumstances.

Please note that the savings come through payroll and tax efficiencies rather than a standard retail discount.

End of Hire Options

At the end of the Hire Agreement, Green Commute Initiative will move you automatically into a free-of-charge loan agreement to preseve your tax savings. If ownership is transferred before the end of the loan agreement, a benefit in kind tax will apply. Green Commute Initiative will explain the available options before the end of the Hire Agreement.

Which Scheme is Best for You?

The application process varies depending on which of GCI's two schemes your employer is using:

• - INSTANT is their pay-as-you-go platform, ideal for SMEs (Non-registered);
• - CORPORATE GCI is best suited for large organisations with more than 1,000 employees (please contact us to become Registered).

If your employer is using GCI's Corporate scheme, they will have supplied you with a GCI code which you’ll use to access your organisation’s application page. If not, you will be using our Instant scheme for which no code is needed.

Shop with Certini Bicycle Co

Certini Bicycle Co accepts Green Commute Initiative vouchers, making it easier to purchase a new bike or e-bike through the Cycle to Work scheme. Whether you are commuting across town, riding to the office, replacing car journeys or simply making cycling part of your everyday routine, Certini can help you get started.

Explore our latest bikes, e-bikes and cycling accessories today and make your next commute cleaner, healthier and more enjoyable with the Green Commute Initiative at Certini Bicycle Co.

FAQs

Q. Do I need to choose my bike before applying?

A. Yes. Applications are linked to a specific bike, retailer and total value.

Q. Can I include accessories?

A. Yes, accessories such as helmets, locks and lights can be included within the application.

Q. Can I use a bike shop or buy directly from a manufacturer?

A. Yes. Green Commute Initiative supports both participating bike shops and manufacturers.

Q. What is a Commuter Wallet?

A. A Commuter Wallet allows approved funds to be used across participating retailers, giving employees greater flexibility when choosing bikes and accessories.

Q. Can self-employed people use the scheme?

A. No. The scheme works through PAYE salary sacrifice, so employees must be paid through payroll.

Q. How much can I save?

A. Savings vary depending on your tax band, but employees can typically make savings through reduced tax and National Insurance contributions between 28-47%.

Q. What happens at the end of the agreement?

A. Employees may be offered an extended loan or ownership transfer.