Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c1d-a643-7190-a6fb-f664ef034f1c/plant-hire-framework-with-and-without-operator closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Plant Hire Framework With and Without Operator [Norfolk County Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/norfolk-county-council) Estimated value Not stated Published 27 Apr 2018 Deadline Closed 31 May 2018 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. - 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 Norfolk County Council wishes to establish a framework agreement of suppliers for the hire of both operated and non-operated plant and associated equipment as detailed in this application. Successful applicants will be appointed to the framework agreement to provide these services in accordance with the service specification, together with the documents making up the Contract. The framework will consist of 5 Lots (each with 3 operational areas) as follows: - Lot 1 Plant Hire with Operator - Lot 2 Plant Hire with Operator (including Labour Only Option) - Lot 3 180 degree Four Wheel Drive Excavator with Operator - Lot 4 Plant Hire without Operator - Lot 5 Traffic management plant hire Orders placed off the framework will be awarded on an individual basis Additional information: This procurement will be managed electronically via the Council`s e-procurement system. To participate in this procurement, applicants must first be registered on the system at [in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc). Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at [in-tendhost.co.uk](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles). Once registered you will be able to see the procurement project under the `tenders` section and `express an interest` to view the documentation. If you encounter any difficulties whilst using the system you can contact the In-tend support team by phoning +44 8442728810 or e-mailing . Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No Read full description ## CPV classification Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/196c8640-eab4-4d79-9d31-0d0a8eb29af6) 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. [Track tenders free](https://tendernation.io/register) [Buyer profile Norfolk County Council: past awards and live tenders](https://tendernation.io/buyers/norfolk-county-council) [Sector More Construction work tenders](https://tendernation.io/sectors/construction-work) ## More tenders like this [Bannister Sports Centre Athletic Track Soft Market Testing Exercise · Harrow Council · 38 days left · 26 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1540d-d9e4-71cb-ad57-1603e9042fec/bannister-sports-centre-athletic-track-soft-market-testing-exercise) [Design, supply, and Installation of Newbiggin Skatepark Extension · Newbiggin Town Council · 35 days left · 23 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15552-19a2-7348-a5cc-3f5ae51ef934/design-supply-and-installation-of-newbiggin-skatepark-extension) [Tender for the design, supply, delivery and installation of a modular UNIT and associated works at ARC healthy living, irvinestown. peaceplus funded upgrade works · Fermanagh and Omagh District Council · 14 days left · 2 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15552-1b74-73ec-a6f6-a1af37959997/tender-for-the-design-supply-delivery-and-installation-of-a-modular-unit-and-a) [ESPH AB RDC Sidley Depot (ESPH753) · Rother District Council · 49 days left · 7 Dec 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15552-1d19-7155-8fe0-0d917105fca8/esph-ab-rdc-sidley-depot-esph753) [Demolition, Design and Construction of Howard's Lane Public Toilets, Howard's Lane, Wareham · Wareham Town Council · 88 days left · 15 Jan 2027](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15552-1d8a-7277-bc5b-edc9a127ee5b/demolition-design-and-construction-of-howards-lane-public-toilets-howards-la) [Treloweth Community Hall Alterations and Extension Project · Carn Brea Parish Council · 49 days left · 7 Dec 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a154e4-4991-71db-baac-ffae413f1c41/treloweth-community-hall-alterations-and-extension-project)