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Hire of Plant, Machinery & Equipment Framework 2026

Carmarthenshire County Council

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

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03 Mar 2026 at 13:54

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12 Dec 2025 at 15:43

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Tender

25 Nov 2025 at 08:56

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

22 May 2025 at 16:59

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Carmarthenshire County Council is focused on the "Hire of Plant, Machinery & Equipment Framework 2026." The council, situated in Carmarthen, seeks experienced suppliers for a framework agreement related to hiring various heavy plant machinery, including excavators, telehandlers, rollers, and dumpers, with and without operators, applicable under Welsh devolved regulations. This open procedure is currently in the award stage, with the contract set to commence on 1 April 2026 and run through 31 March 2028, with potential extensions up to 2030. Key upcoming dates include the signature milestone due on 16 March 2026 and the end of the standstill period on 12 March 2026.

This framework presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in equipment hire or possess relevant operator expertise. Companies participating in the framework stand to benefit from the considerable projected value of £4 million over the initial four years, with the opportunity for direct awards and competitive selection processes. Suitable businesses include those within the construction, civil engineering, earthmoving sectors, and services related to industrial vehicle hire. The flexible framework arrangement allows diverse suppliers, including large-scale organisations, to secure significant works and establish long-term consignments with Carmarthenshire County Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Hire of Plant, Machinery & Equipment Framework 2026

Notice Description

Carmarthenshire County Council wishes to appoint suitably experienced suppliers / contractors on a framework basis for the purpose of hiring plant vehicles and associated machinery, both with and without an operator. The requirement includes heavy plant machinery such as excavators, gully emptiers, sweepers, telehandlers, rollers and dumpers. Please note that the figure for the estimated spend in each lot, is the anticipated total value of the Framework as a whole, over 4 years. As this is a framework arrangement, the values of potential spend for each individual lot cannot be specified.

Lot Information

LOT 1 - Wheeled or Tracked Pavers and Mini-Pavers (with Driver / Operator)

This lot is for the hire of Wheeled or Tracked Pavers and Mini-Pavers with a Driver / Operator.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 2 - Wheeled 180deg Mechanical Excavators with Extending Back Hoe '4 in 1' Front Bucket and Pallet Forks (with Driver / Operator)

This lot is for the hire of Wheeled 180deg Mechanical Excavators with Extending Back Hoe '4 in 1' Front Bucket and Pallet Forks, with a Driver / Operator.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 3 - Tracked Mini-Excavators (with Driver / Operator)

This lot is for the hire of Tracked Mini-Excavators with a Driver / Operator.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 4 - Tracked Excavators 8-35tonnes operating weight (with Driver / Operator)

This lot is for the hire of Tracked Excavators 8-35tonnes operating weight with a Driver / Operator.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 5 - Flail Type Grass Cutting Machines complete with Tractors (with Driver / Operator)

This lot is for the hire of Flail Type Grass Cutting Machines complete with Tractors and a Driver / Operator.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 6 - Tractor-Mounted Shredders complete with Tractors (with Driver / Operator)

This lot is for the hire of Tractor-Mounted Shredders complete with Tractors and a Driver / Operator.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 7 - Mobile Elevated Working Platforms (MEWP) (with Driver / Operator)

This lot is for the hire of Mobile Elevated Working Platforms (MEWP) with a Driver / Operator.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 8 - HGV Vacuum Tankers (with Driver / Operator)

This lot is for the hire of HGV Vacuum Tankers with a Driver / Operator.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 9 - HGV Tippers (with Driver)

This lot is for the hire of HGV Tippers with a Driver.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 10 - HGV Road Sweepers (with Driver)

This lot is for the hire of HGV Road Sweepers with a Driver.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 11 - HGVs with Body-Mounted Crane (HIAB) (with Driver / Operator)

This lot is for the hire of HGVs with Body-Mounted Crane (HIAB) with a Driver / Operator.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 12 - Road Rollers (Deadweight) with Scarifiers (without Driver / Operator)

This lot is for the hire of Road Rollers (Deadweight) with Scarifiers without a Driver / Operator.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 13 - Vibrating Rollers (without Operator)

This lot is for the hire of Vibrating Rollers without an Operator.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 14 - Vibrating Plate Compactors (without Operator)

This lot is for the hire of Vibrating Plate Compactors without an Operator.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 15 - Tracked Mini-Excavators (without Operator)

This lot is for the hire of Tracked Mini-Excavators without an Operator.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 16 - Telescopic Handlers (Salt & Muck Shift) (without Operator)

This lot is for the hire of Telescopic Handlers (Salt & Muck Shift) without an Operator.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 17 - Diesel-powered Dumpers (without Driver / Operator)

This lot is for the hire of Diesel-powered Dumpers without a Driver / Operator.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 18 - Concrete Mixers

This lot is for the hire of Concrete Mixers.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 19 - Portable Toilets

This lot is for the hire of Portable Toilets.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 20 - Site Containers / Site Offices

This lot is for the hire of Site Containers / Site Offices.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

LOT 21 - Security Fencing & Crowd Control Barriers

This lot is for Security Fencing & Crowd Control Barriers.

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for up to a further 2 years in 12-month increments.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051f40
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018956-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator

45520000 - Hire of earthmoving equipment with operator

60180000 - Hire of goods-transport vehicles with driver

60181000 - Hire of trucks with driver

60182000 - Hire of industrial vehicles with driver

77110000 - Services incidental to agricultural production

77112000 - Hire of mowers or agricultural equipment with operator

79952000 - Event services

90610000 - Street-cleaning and sweeping services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
27 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
3 Mar 20267 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Carmarthenshire County Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARMARTHEN
Postcode
SA31 1JP
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)
TLL42 South West Wales
Delivery Location
TLL14 South West Wales
Local Authority
Carmarthenshire
Electoral Ward
Carmarthen Town North and South
Westminster Constituency
Caerfyrddin

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
34
Supplier Names

A&C Aggregates Ltd

Alan James a'i Feibion Cyf

A&M PLANT HIRE LTD

C. W. Pugh & Sons

D Thomas

Eifion Harries Plant Hire

Emyr Jenkins

EVANS PLANT HIRE

MCS Environculture Ltd

Meirion Jones

Tom Prichard Contracting Ltd.

Wales & Border Counties Plant Hire Ltd

D. I. Evans Cyf

Ivor G Thomas

Julian Mousley & Sons Ltd

WCS Environmental & Building Maintenance

W T Rees Landscapers

Recycling Equipment (UK) Ltd

Biomarsh Environmental Ltd

Drainforce Ltd

Siddell Environmental Services Ltd

John Jones & Son Ltd

S J Griffiths & Son Tipper Hire Ltd

Jetsweep Limited

Explore Transport Ltd

G Hughes Groundworks Ltd

Clee Hill Plant Ltd

007 Diggers Ltd

COLLINS BROTHERS PEMBS LTD

GAP Group Limited

Huws Gray Ltd

Malcolm Herbert Plant Hire Ltd

M Plant Hire Ltd

Sunbelt Rentals Limited

Further Information

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