Planning

Non-Operated Plant Hire Services Framework

NY HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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Planning

08 Apr 2026 at 12:09

Planning

08 Apr 2026 at 11:40

Summary of the contracting process

NY Highways Limited is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process involving a comprehensive Framework Agreement for non-operated plant hire services. This framework encompasses the hire of plant equipment, tools, welfare units, and telehandlers, as well as the maintenance of NYH-owned assets, all aimed at supporting the ongoing highway maintenance operations across North Yorkshire. This procurement is scheduled to begin in September 2026 and is initially set for two years, with options to extend up to 2030. The industry category focuses on services related to machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment, repair and maintenance, and includes multiple lots to cater to different equipment and service needs. Key dates include a tender submission deadline at the end of May 2026 and a planned contract start on 1st September 2026.

This tender presents multiple opportunities for businesses in the construction and plant hire industries to engage with a public organisation, providing a platform to supply equipment and services pivotal for highway maintenance. Businesses suitable for this tender include those offering modern and compliant equipment with the capacity for rapid emergency response and routine maintenance services. SMEs are encouraged to participate, as the framework supports competitive pricing and excellence in service delivery. With significant budgets allocated and clear performance requirements, participating suppliers have the opportunity to not only secure recurring business over several years but also to support sustainability and environmental objectives alongside NY Highways Ltd.

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Notice Title

Non-Operated Plant Hire Services Framework

Notice Description

North Yorkshire Highways (NYH) requires a Framework Agreement for the hire of non-operated plant, tools, welfare units and telehandlers, together with the servicing, repair, maintenance and calibration of NYH-owned plant and equipment. The framework will support highways maintenance operations across seven operational areas in North Yorkshire. The framework will operate for an initial term of two years, with options to extend for up to two further one-year periods, and is divided into five lots covering plant hire, small tools and equipment, welfare units, telehandlers and the maintenance of NYH-owned assets. Suppliers must provide modern, safe and fully compliant equipment with all required certification, alongside planned and emergency response services, including delivery, breakdown support and replacement equipment where required. The framework will ensure continuous access to reliable equipment and responsive support services essential to the delivery of highways maintenance activities across North Yorkshire.

Lot Information

Plant

The hire of non-operated plant and attachments to support highway maintenance operations across North Yorkshire. Equipment includes air compressors, compaction rollers, dumpers and attachments. All equipment must meet maximum vibration ratings of 5 m/s2 and noise ratings of 85 dB(A). Suppliers must provide both planned hire and 24/7 emergency response capability, with replacement or breakdown response within 2 hours or by the start of the next working day, whichever is sooner.

Renewal: Option 1 to Extend: 1st Sept 2028- 31 Aug 2029 Option 2 to Extend: 1st Sept 2029- 31 Aug 2030

Tool Hire

The hire of tools and small powered equipment to support highway maintenance operations across North Yorkshire. Equipment includes petrol-powered and hydraulic breakers (minimum 20kg), hydraulic power packs and associated tools. All equipment must meet maximum vibration and noise standards. Suppliers must provide both planned hire and 24/7 emergency response, with replacement within 4 hours or by the start of the next working day, whichever is sooner.

Renewal: Option 1 to Extend: 1st Sept 2028- 31 Aug 2029 Option 2 to Extend: 1st Sept 2029- 31 Aug 2030

Welfare Units

The hire of portable toilets, mobile welfare units and van-based welfare units for use at NYH depots and highway maintenance sites across North Yorkshire. Weekly servicing is required, including emptying and cleansing, waste disposal, and supply and replenishment of chemicals, water and cleaning materials.

Renewal: Option 1 to Extend: 1st Sept 2028- 31 Aug 2029 Option 2 to Extend: 1st Sept 2029- 31 Aug 2030

Telehandler Hire

The hire of self-propelled telehandlers with a maximum reach of 7 metres and minimum lift capacity of 3.1 tonnes, unless otherwise specified. All machines must comply with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER) and be supplied with a valid certificate of thorough examination. Emergency replacement is required within 2 hours.

Renewal: Option 1 to Extend: 1st Sept 2028- 31 Aug 2029 Option 2 to Extend: 1st Sept 2029- 31 Aug 2030

Servicing and Maintenance of NYH Owned Plant

The maintenance, servicing, repair and recalibration of all NYH-owned plant and equipment across North Yorkshire. The supplier is responsible for provision of all required parts and materials and must ensure equipment remains in a safe, fully operational condition at all times. Response to breakdown or service requests is required within 4 hours or by the start of the next working day, whichever is sooner.

Renewal: Option 1 to Extend: 1st Sept 2028- 31 Aug 2029 Option 2 to Extend: 1st Sept 2029- 31 Aug 2030

Planning Information

A pre‑procurement market engagement exercise was undertaken to inform the scope of this procurement. This included consideration of whether additional equipment categories, such as paving and cold milling equipment, should be included. Feedback from the market indicated that such equipment is not typically made available on a non‑operated basis. On this basis, paving and milling equipment has been excluded from the scope of this framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067de7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031927-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

43000000 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

44211100 - Modular and portable buildings

44511000 - Hand tools

44512000 - Miscellaneous hand tools

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50530000 - Repair and maintenance services of machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,678,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
1 May 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2026-08-05

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NY HIGHWAYS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHALLERTON
Postcode
DL7 8AD
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE22 North Yorkshire
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
North Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Romanby
Westminster Constituency
Richmond and Northallerton

Further Information

Notice Documents

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