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13 Nov 2024 at 15:57

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23 Aug 2024 at 12:10

Tender

22 Jul 2024 at 16:11

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Borders Council has completed the contracting process for the "Winter Maintenance Assistance Service Framework Agreement," which falls under the services category specifically for snow-clearing services. The procurement was conducted via an open procedure to secure third-party contractors to cover legislative needs during the winter period from October 2024. The total value of the contracts awarded across five lots amounts to £2,400,000. Key suppliers include Swans minicoach hire, BORDERS MACHINERY RING, Irvine Plant Ltd, Ian Hunter T/A ST BOSWELLS MOWERS, Pearsons of Duns, and NWH Group Ltd. Contracts were signed on 14th October 2024, and the services will be rendered in the Scottish Borders region (UKM91).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in snow-clearing and maintenance services to grow their portfolios. SMEs in the relevant field can particularly benefit through participation in such large-scale, long-term contracts. The procurement framework is set for an initial two-year period, with potential extensions adding up to a total of four years, providing a consistent stream of work. Given the critical nature of winter maintenance, businesses with the necessary technical qualifications, equipment, and readiness to comply with the Council’s health and safety standards will find this framework beneficial. Additionally, the performance of the contract will be closely monitored, encouraging high standards and providing further opportunities for businesses committed to excellent service delivery.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Winter Maintenance Assistance Service Framework Agreement

Notice Description

Scottish Borders Council is seeking third party contractors to provide winter maintenance assistance to cover legislative requirements during winter periods should there be insufficient in-house capacity.

Lot Information

Lot 2 - Provision of Planned Winter Service Treatments on Priority Carriageway Routes (am/pm)

Scottish Borders Council (the Council) is seeking Bidder responses to this Invitation to Tender (ITT) from third party providers to assist in the delivery of winter maintenance activities throughout the Scottish Borders from October 2024.

Renewal: The Framework will be for an initial period of 2-years with the option to extend by 1-year with a further option to extend for 1-year extension taking the Framework to a maximum of 4 years.

Lot 3 - Assistance with Snow clearance on depot routes in conjunction with council vehicles (Snow Plan)

Scottish Borders Council (the Council) is seeking Bidder responses to this Invitation to Tender (ITT) from third party providers to assist in the delivery of winter maintenance activities throughout the Scottish Borders from October 2024.

Renewal: The Framework will be for an initial period of 2-years with the option to extend by 1-year with a further option to extend for 1-year extension taking the Framework to a maximum of 4 years.

Lot 4 - Assistance with Miscellaneous Winter Related Activities on Roads & Footways and other Council locations

Scottish Borders Council (the Council) is seeking Bidder responses to this Invitation to Tender (ITT) from third party providers to assist in the delivery of winter maintenance activities throughout the Scottish Borders from October 2024.

Renewal: The Framework will be for an initial period of 2-years with the option to extend by 1-year with a further option to extend for 1-year extension taking the Framework to a maximum of 4 years.

Lot 5 - Provision of planned winter Treatments at Jedburgh Campus

Scottish Borders Council (the Council) is seeking Bidder responses to this Invitation to Tender (ITT) from third party providers to assist in the delivery of winter maintenance activities throughout the Scottish Borders from October 2024.

Renewal: The Framework will be for an initial period of 2-years with the option to extend by 1-year with a further option to extend for 1-year extension taking the Framework to a maximum of 4 years.

Lot 1 - Planned Treatments on Priority Footway Routes

Scottish Borders Council (the Council) is seeking Bidder responses to this Invitation to Tender (ITT) from third party providers to assist in the delivery of winter maintenance activities throughout the Scottish Borders from October 2024.

Renewal: The Framework will be for an initial period of 2-years with the option to extend by 1-year with a further option to extend for 1-year extension taking the Framework to a maximum of 4 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04836b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036762-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90620000 - Snow-clearing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Summer 2028

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Borders Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWTOWN ST BOSWELLS
Postcode
TD6 0SA
Postcode Area
Galashiels
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM91 Scottish Borders
Delivery Location
TLM91 Scottish Borders

Local Authority
Scottish Borders
Electoral Ward
Selkirkshire
Westminster Constituency
Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

BORDERS MACHINERY RING

Ian Hunter T/A ST BOSWELLS MOWERS

Irvine Plant Ltd

NWH Group Ltd

Pearsons of Duns

Swans minicoach hire

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