Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bed-dea5-717c-af93-18f28859ccef/14-097-highways-technical-inspections-and-testing-services awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # 14-097 Highways Technical Inspections and Testing Services [Rotherham MBC](https://tendernation.io/buyers/rotherham-mbc) Estimated value Not stated Published 18 Nov 2016 Deadline Closed 12 Jan 2016 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council (RMBC) acting as lead on behalf of the 'Yorkshire Authorities Survey Group' is inviting bids from a number of organisations who might be able to provide Services that meet the needs of the group for Highways Technical and Inspection Services. This agreement will provide Councils in South and West Yorkshire with a framework of organisations that can provide competitive rates and services for a range of highway type inspection, and testing services. The 'Yorkshire Authorities Survey Group' consists of the following Councils:- · Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council · Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council · Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council · City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council · Calderdale Council · Kirklees Council · Leeds City Council · Wakefield Council The framework may be utilised by the Local Authorities mentioned above and other Authorities who may wish to access the framework throughout its duration. Rotherham MBC will fulfil the role of Contract Administrator only; all service administrative functions will be performed by a representative from each of the Authorities who access the agreement providing a Geographic contact within each area. The framework will be let for 2 years with the option to extend for a further two 12 month periods. It is estimated that the value of spend to be directed via this agreement is in the region of £0 to £1,200,000.00 over the four year duration, however this does not carry any guarantee of turnover and any estimated volumes of business are indicative and may vary upwards or downwards depending on actual future needs. Tenderers should be aware that although the contracting authority for the purposes of this procurement is Rotherham Borough Council, one or more of the other Local Authorities within the Yorkshire and Humber Region may choose to access the concluded contract subject to the capacity of the tenderer, without creating any obligation on behalf of any of them to do so. Where any of the Local Authorities within the Yorkshire and Humber Region elects to do so a legally binding contract shall be created between the Contractor and that Local Authority on the terms and conditions contained herein. Details of the Local Authorities can be found at [local.direct.gov.uk](http://local.direct.gov.uk/LDGRedirect/MapLocationSearch.do?mode=1.1&map=4) Other local authorities in the United Kingdom who will be entitled to call-off orders under the agreement can be found at [openlylocal.com/councils/all](http://openlylocal.com/councils/all) Additional information: Instructions to Suppliers: Interested parties can download the tender documents directlyfrom: [yortender.co.uk](http://www.yortender.co.uk/procontract/supplier.nsf) by using the reference 9PXA-BKW604 If you are not registered on the YORtender system, you can register free at [yortender.co.uk](https://www.yortender.co.uk) to find out about contract opportunities across the Yorkshire & Humber Region. The tender documentation should be completed and returned by no later than 12.00 noon on Tuesday 12th January 2016. Late submissions will not be accepted. All correspondence in relation to this tender will be carried out through the YORtender system. This agreement will provide Councils in South and West Yorkshire with a framework of organisations that can provide competitive rates and services for a range of highway type inspection, and testing services. The ‘Yorkshire Authorities Survey Group’ consists of the following Councils:- Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council ### Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council Calderdale Council ### Kirklees Council Leeds City Council ### Wakefield Council The framework may be utilised by the Local Authorities mentioned above and other Authorities who may wish to access the framework throughout its duration. Rotherham MBC will fulfil the role of ‘Contract Administrator’ only; all service administrative functions will be performed by a representative from each of the Authorities who access the agreement providing a Geographic contact within each area. Tenderers should be aware that although the contracting authority for the purposes of this procurement is Rotherham Borough Council, one or more of the other Local Authorities within the Yorkshire and Humber Region may choose to access the concluded contract subject to the capacity of the tenderer, without creating any obligation on behalf of any of them to do so. Where any of the Local Authorities within the Yorkshire and Humber Region elects to do so a legally binding contract shall be created between the Contractor and that Local Authority on the terms and conditions contained herein. Details of the Local ### Authorities can be found at [local.direct.gov.uk](http://local.direct.gov.uk/LDGRedirect/MapLocationSearch.do?mode=1.1&map=4Other) local authorities in the United Kingdom who will be entitled to call-off orders under the agreement can be found at [openlylocal.com/councils/all](http://openlylocal.com/councils/all) Read full description ## CPV classification Technical inspection and testing services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/0eec5b35-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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