This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

07 Oct 2025 at 15:41

Tender

20 Feb 2025 at 10:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator" was managed by Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council, a regional authority in the UK. The main industry category is power tools within the goods procurement domain, and the geographical focus is the UKL17 region. This process involved an open procedure method and was structured as a Framework Agreement, intended to commence in June 2025, with a contract period extending from 1st June 2025 to 31st May 2028, with an option for a one-year extension. By 7th October 2025, the process had reached the award and contract stages, with varying statuses across the 16 lots, some of which were completed and others cancelled or active. Key suppliers participating in active lots included TOM PRICHARD CONTRACTING LIMITED, MILES HIRE LIMITED, and others.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specializing in power tools and machinery hire. It is particularly suitable for businesses capable of supplying a wide range of equipment across multiple lots, benefiting those with the capacity to fulfil comprehensive supply requirements. SME suppliers like MILES HIRE LIMITED and larger companies such as Brandon Hire Station were involved, highlighting scope for varied business scales to participate. The ability to supply the full range of products listed in each lot ensures that businesses can leverage economies of scale and increase their market presence through ongoing collaboration with the council. This framework agreement encourages competition and innovation, providing a sustained growth opportunity over the contract's duration.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator

Notice Description

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council sought to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025.

Lot Information

Landscaping Equipment

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Compressors (Silenced)

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Air Breakers

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Water Pumps

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Vibrating Pokers

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Drills

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Disc Cutters / Grinders

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Hand Held Grounds Maintenance Tools

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Cement Mixers

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Site Equipment

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Mini-Diggers

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Material Handlers

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Dumpers

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Boom Platforms

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Telehandlers

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Ride On Mowers

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council wished to establish a replacement Framework Agreement for the Occasional Hire of Small Tools and Plant without Operator to commence in June 2025. It was the Council's intention to operate as a Framework Agreement containing multiple suppliers. The Framework is split into 16 Lots. It was a requirement for Tenderers to be able to provide every item listed in the Lot(s) that they were bidding for.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of one year.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e4b3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062972-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

16 - Agricultural machinery

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

42 - Industrial machinery

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

16160000 - Miscellaneous gardening equipment

16310000 - Mowers

16311100 - Lawn, park or sports-ground mowers

34514700 - Mobile platforms

34928200 - Fences

34928310 - Safety fencing

34951000 - Access platforms

35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

42122130 - Water pumps

42123000 - Compressors

42400000 - Lifting and handling equipment and parts

42410000 - Lifting and handling equipment

42418000 - Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery

42641300 - Machine tools for working concrete

43132300 - Drills

43200000 - Earthmoving and excavating machinery, and associated parts

43260000 - Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders, and mining machinery

43262100 - Mechanical excavators

43300000 - Construction machinery and equipment

43312200 - Chippers

43325100 - Grounds-maintenance equipment

43413100 - Cement mixers

43830000 - Power tools

44510000 - Tools

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£165,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2025 - 31 May 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORT TALBOT
Postcode
SA13 1PJ
Postcode Area
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL44 Neath Port Talbot
Delivery Location
TLL17 Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot

Local Authority
Neath Port Talbot
Electoral Ward
Aberavon
Westminster Constituency
Aberafan Maesteg

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
8
Supplier Names

Brandon Hire Station

CAMBRIAN CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT LIMITED

EXUMA PLANT LIMITED

K J HIRE AND SALES LIMITED

MILES HIRE LIMITED

P Flannery Plant Hire (Oval) Ltd

Sunbelt Rentals

TOM PRICHARD CONTRACTING LIMITED

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