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FURTHER COMPETITION conducted under ESPO Framework Agreement 220_24 De-icing Salt & Associated Products/Services - AWARD

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council (Sandwell MBC), as the lead authority, has conducted a further competition under the ESPO Framework Agreement 220_24 for the supply of de-icing salt and associated products/services to support both Sandwell MBC and Dudley MBC's winter services. This procurement process, classified under the CPV code 14410000 for rock salt, has culminated in the award stage. The goods, specifically bulk brown salt, are to be delivered to various storage depots across specified locations, including the UK. The procurement followed a restricted procedure method, with the contract period spanning from 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2027. The total contract value is £575,000, and the award was confirmed on 9 October 2025, with publication on 10 October 2025.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers specialising in road salt and bulk transportation services. With an indicative annual expenditure of £130,000 per council, the selected supplier, Compass Minerals, stands to gain from this stable demand throughout the contract term. While this procurement primarily benefits larger enterprises due to its scale and SME-unsuitability, businesses experienced in handling logistics and supply chains for municipal contracts in severe weather conditions would find this tender especially fitting. Engaging with this framework allows businesses to solidify relationships with public sector clients, potentially leading to additional contracts or increased volumes depending on seasonal demands and legislative changes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FURTHER COMPETITION conducted under ESPO Framework Agreement 220_24 De-icing Salt & Associated Products/Services - AWARD

Notice Description

FURTHER COMPETITION conducted under ESPO Framework Agreement 220_24 De-icing Salt & Associated Products/Services This framework is being established for the provision of the bulk de-icing rock salt to support Sandwell MBC and Dudley MBC in their front-line winter service delivery. This procurement is being undertaken by Sandwell MBC, acting as lead Authority, on behalf of Sandwell MBC and Dudley MBC. The framework is being tendered as a further competition in accordance with ESPO Framework Agreement 220_24 De-icing Salt & Associated Products and Services The supplied materials are to be delivered to the individual contracting authority's storage depots detailed in the specification below. In accordance with the framework agreement, each contracting authority will enter into its own call-off contract. Call-off contracts will be awarded under the Framework by way of direct award to the sole, appointed Supplier and will be based on the terms and conditions of the framework agreement. Indicative annual expenditure per authority is detailed below, however this may increase or decrease dependent on legislation changes, weather conditions and service requirements, therefore, the Council does not guarantee any level of business under this framework agreement. Indicative annual expenditure - Sandwell MBC - PS130,000 Indicative annual expenditure - Dudley MBC - PS130,000 These figures are based upon an average winter season however this can vary between 2,500 tonnes and 5,500 tonnes per authority. The maximum capacity that can be held at Sandwell MBC is 7,000 tonnes, and at Dudley MBC is 9,000 tonnes. In this present instance, the Customer is issuing this Invitation to Tender as a Further Competition under Lot 1 Supply & Delivery of Bulk Brown Salt of ESPO Framework 220_24. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order To View and Submit a Tender, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Wednesday 17 September 2025 at 15:00hrs

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ad89e6fb-e5d8-4823-9a19-92dc5c477c25
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3934ac0-cb1b-4681-a481-13424618daeb
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

14 - Mining, basic metals and related products

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

14410000 - Rock salt

34927100 - Road salt

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£575,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Michelle Hackwood
Contact Email
michelle_hackwood@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 2873

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3DB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMPASS MINERALS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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