This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

AwardUpdate

21 Sep 2017 at 12:44

Tender

23 Jun 2017 at 15:31

Planning

13 Apr 2017 at 10:59

Planning

13 Apr 2017 at 10:51

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "218_17 Contract Hire / Leasing of Specialist Vehicles" is conducted by ESPO (Eastern Shires Purchasing Organisation), a Central Purchasing Body located in Leicester, UK. This multi-lot framework agreement, which focuses on the leasing and contract hiring of various specialist vehicles, including commercial and passenger transport vehicles, is currently in the Award stage. The tender was published on 23 June 2017, with a closing date for submissions set at 12:00 noon on 24 July 2017. The total estimated value of the contract is £100 million, which includes an option to extend for an additional 24 months. The procurement method used is an open procedure, allowing a wide range of suppliers to participate.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the transportation and vehicle rental sectors, particularly those specialising in commercial and specialist vehicles. Companies prepared to provide various leasing and contract hire options, possibly with maintenance services, will find value in submitting a proposal. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are encouraged to compete, given that the framework aims to include a diverse array of suppliers across all regions of the UK.

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Notice Title

218_17 Contract Hire / Leasing of Specialist Vehicles

Notice Description

The framework will be a multi-lot, multi-supplier agreement covering a wide array of specialist vehicles for hire or lease. Established for nationally eligible customers. An eAuction process may be used to award subsequent call off contracts following the reopening of competition among the parties to the Framework Agreement. Lot No: 1 - Contract hire of specialist vehicles. The requirement is for contract hire of a range of specialist vehicles to facilitate the demands of customers nationwide who do not wish to outright purchase. Sub Lot 1 - Commercial Vehicles (up to and including 7.5t GVM) Sub Lot 2 - Commercial Vehicles (over 7.5t GVM) Sub Lot 3 - Sweepers (up to and including 7.5t GVM) Sub Lot 4 - Passenger Transport Vehicles (up to and including 32 sets) Sub Lot 4 - Passenger Transport Vehicles (over 32 sets) Lot No: 2 - Leasing of specialist vehicles. The requirement is for the lease of a range of specialist vehicles to facilitate the demands of customers nationwide who do not wish to outright purchase. As a Central Purchasing Body as defined by the EU Procurement Directive 2014/24/EU, the Framework Agreement is open for use by Public Bodies (defined https://www.espo.org/ESPO/media/Documents/FAQs/ESPO-s_powers_to_trade__website_-2016-12-22.pdf) that also fall into one of the following classifications of user throughout all administrative regions of the UK: Local Authorities; Educational Establishments (including Academies); Central Government Departments and Agencies; Police, Fire & Rescue and Coastguard Emergency Services; NHS and HSC Bodies, including Ambulance Services; Registered Charities; Registered Social Landlords; or any public body established by or under the Scotland Act 1998 or any Act of the Scottish Parliament. Details of the classification of end user establishments and geographical areas is available on: http://www.espo.org/About-us-%281%29/FAQs/Legal The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period. To tender: (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org, (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity '218_17' d) Express an interest (e) Download the tender from the website. Please Note: the closing date for submission of tenders is 12:00 noon, 24/07/2017 Additional information: To tender: (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org, (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity '218_17' d) Express an interest (e) Download the tender from the website. Please Note: the closing date for submission of tenders is 12:00 noon, 24/07/2017

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-12e1c59c-fcae-4c9c-adc5-edc04fba0d07
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45b02758-19d9-4355-87bf-b3b1a15f6e43
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34114000 - Specialist vehicles

34120000 - Motor vehicles for the transport of 10 or more persons

34140000 - Heavy-duty motor vehicles

34921100 - Road sweepers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,000,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Sep 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 2017Expired
Award Date
30 Aug 20179 years ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2017 - 31 Aug 2019 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESPO
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE19 1ES
Postcode Area
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Enderby
Westminster Constituency
South Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
20
Supplier Names

Go Plant Fleet Services Ltd

Riverside Truck Rental Ltd

Munihire Limited

Limesquare Vehicle Rental Ltd

Enterprise Rent-A-Car UK Limited

London Hire Ltd

URA Ventures Ltd T/A GKL Leasing

LeasePlan UK Limited trading as Automotive Leasing

C P Davidson & Sons Ltd

Aebi Schmidt UK Ltd

Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions

Stennetts Ltd

Dawsongroup Vans Limited

Dawsongroup Bus and Coach Limited

SHB Hire Ltd

Briggs Equipment UK Limited

Econ Engineering Ltd

Dawsongroup Environmental Municipal Civil Limited

Specialist Fleet Services Limited

Hako Machines Limited

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