Planning

Supply & delivery of bulk 6mm & 10mm brown gritting salt for highways

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

16 May 2025 at 12:11

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Leicestershire County Council focuses on the supply and delivery of bulk 6mm and 10mm brown gritting salt for highways in the region identified as UKF22, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the goods category and is currently at the planning stage, with the legal basis outlined under legislation 2023/54. The process is anticipated to progress to further stages, with key communication expected by 1st February 2026. The contractual period is planned to commence on 1st August 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029, with potential renewal extending to 31st July 2031. Interested parties should note that the main procurement activity surrounds road salt (CPV code: 34927100).

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in the production and supply of road salt, particularly those that are classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as the lot is marked suitable for SMEs. The procurement method offers a straightforward supply and delivery contract which could lead to significant business growth, especially for companies looking to expand their operational presence within Leicestershire and surrounding regions. By strategically positioning themselves in this tender, businesses can establish or strengthen their relationships with a sub-central government authority whilst contributing to vital infrastructure needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply & delivery of bulk 6mm & 10mm brown gritting salt for highways

Notice Description

Supply and delivery of bulk 6mm & 10mm brown gritting salt for Leicestershire highways.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0515cf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022208-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34927100 - Road salt

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commissioning.support@leics.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
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
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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