Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c03-deb5-709b-9dfb-b29b90c297ef/536-16-hire-of-plant-without-operator pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # 536\_16 Hire of Plant (without operator) [Espo](https://tendernation.io/buyers/espo) Estimated value £4,000,000 Published 18 Nov 2016 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - 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 Tenders are invited for a framework contract allowing for the hire of a variety of plant (without operator) which will be required for work undertaken primarily in Leicestershire, Rutland and surrounding areas. This will also include Coventry City Council. Work in other areas nationally is also intended. The scope of the requirement encompasses approx. 40 different categories of plant and whilst essentially a direct award, call-off arrangement, it is also enabled for the use of further competitions, if customers so wish. Note – a framework contract for the hire of plant with operator is a wholly separate framework which is being dealt with outside of this framework. - Lot 1 Materials Handlers - Lot 2 Excavators - Lot 3 Kerb & Slab Lifters - Lot 4 Dumper/Skip Loaders - Lot 5 Rollers - Lot 6 Multi Tyred Roller - Lot 7 Pumps - Lot 8 Compactors - Lot 9 Temporary Traffic Lights - Lot 10 Compressors and Air Tools - Lot 11 Breakers - Lot 12 Drilling and Fixing Equipment - Lot 13 Saws/Cutter - Lot 14 Concreting Equipment - Lot 15 Hydraulic Platforms/Lifts - Lot 16 Trench Support/Access Equipment - Lot 17 Generators/Floodlights - Lot 18 Temporary Site and Office Accommodation - Lot 19 Horticultural and Forestry Equipment - Lot 20 Other items The framework agreement will have the option to extend for up to a further 12 months. The total estimated values stated include the option period. An eAuction process may be used to award subsequent call off contracts following the reopening of competition among the parties to the Framework Agreement. As a Central Purchasing Body as defined by the EU Procurement Directive 2014/24/EU, the Framework Agreement is open for use by the following classifications of user throughout all administrative regions of the UK: Local Authority Councils; Educational Establishments (including Academies); Central Government Departments and Agencies and Local Government Departments and Agencies; Police, Fire & Rescue and Coastguard Emergency Services; NHS and HSC Bodies, including Ambulance Services; Registered Charities; Registered Social Landlords; Any Public Body established by or under the Scotland Act 1998 or any Act of the Scottish Parliament. Full details of the classification of end user establishments and geographical areas is available on: [espo.org](http://www.espo.org/About-us-%281%29/FAQs/Legal) Please note that all dates are indicative. Additional information: To express an interest: (a) Go to [eastmidstenders.org](https://www.eastmidstenders.org), (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity ‘536\_16’, (d) Express an interest download. Tenderers should also note that final submissions must be made only via the 'East Midlands Tenders' E-tendering portal, no other submission route is permitted. Failure to follow this path will result in the tender submission being disregarded. All documents pertaining to this opportunity will be available for download via the portal. Please ensure you are able to download all files after accessing the portal. If you have any query regarding the content or require further information, please use the discussion tools provided within the website. If you experience any problems with registration or expression of interest, please refer any queries on Portal operation to or telephone +44 1670597136. Read full description ## CPV classification Agricultural machinery Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/d62bbfac-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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