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Framework agreement for plant, equipment and welfare accommodation hire - market research questionnaire

FIFE COUNCIL

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Planning

19 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Fife Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for a framework agreement concerning the hire of plant, equipment, and welfare accommodation. The procurement is classified under the industry category of general public services and involves various delivery locations primarily within the UKM72 region. Interested parties are encouraged to participate in the market research questionnaire, with a submission deadline for their responses set for 10th March 2026. The anticipated procurement will commence within the next 12 months, with an award period beginning on 31st July 2026. Potential vendors have the opportunity to register their interest via the Public Contracts Scotland web portal and contribute to the early development process by offering insights to shape the final requirements.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the areas of equipment hire, plant operation, and accommodation supply, particularly those capable of providing services across multiple locations within the specified regions. Companies with expertise in frameworks, particularly those accustomed to servicing public sector demand, will find this process aligned with their skills. The procurement method involves electronic submissions, supporting a streamlined interaction with the public sector. By participating in the market research, businesses can better position themselves for future engagement with Fife Council, thus fostering growth opportunities and enhancing their visibility in regional public service contracts.

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Notice Title

Framework agreement for plant, equipment and welfare accommodation hire - market research questionnaire

Notice Description

Fife Council intends to undertake a procurement exercise within the next 12 months for the hire of plant, equipment and site accommodation hire. As part of the early development process, the Council is seeking views and information from the market.

Lot Information

Ad-hoc Equipment hire

Ad-hoc equipment hire. At this stage, the final lot structure has still to be confirmed and as such is subject to change.

Contract Equipment hire (long term hire)

Contract Equipment Hire (long term hire). At this stage, the final lot structure has still to be confirmed and as such is subject to change.

Self-drive Plant

Self drive plant including but not limited to dumpers, backhoe loaders and excavators. At this stage, the final lot structure has still to be confirmed and as such is subject to change

Operated plant - tippers

Hire of operated vehicles - tippers.. At this stage, the final lot structure has still to be confirmed and as such is subject to change

Operated Vehicle (Road sweepers)

Hire of operated vehicles - (road sweepers). At this stage, the final lot structure has still to be confirmed and as such is subject to change.

Operated Plant (Lo Loaders)

Hire of operated plant - Lo loaders. Hire of operated plant - Lo loaders

Operated Plant (Surfacing plant)

Hire of Operated Plant - Surfacing Plant. At this stage, the final lot structure has still to be confirmed and as such is subject to change.

Operated Plant (Planers)

Hire of Operated Plant - Planers. At this stage, the final lot structure has still to be confirmed and as such is subject to change. Lot No: 9

Mobile Welfare Accommodation & safe storage container units complete with associated Support Services

Hire of Mobile Welfare Accommodation & safe storage container units complete with associated Support Services for building services. At this stage, the final lot structure has still to be confirmed and as such is subject to change.

Static Welfare Accommodation & Safe Storage Container Units complete with associated support services;

Welfare accommodation & safe storage containers complete with associated support services for Roads and transportation services. At this stage, the final lot structure has still to be confirmed and as such is subject to change.

Winter assistance (adhoc emergency)

Winter assistance (adhoc emergency). At this stage, the final lot structure has still to be confirmed and as such is subject to change.

Portable Traffic Lights Hire

Hire of portable traffic lights. At this stage, the final lot structure has still to be confirmed and as such is subject to change.

Tractors (Winter)

Hire of tractors (winter). At this stage, the final lot structure has still to be confirmed and as such is subject to change.

Operated plant - Specialist Equipment

Specialist Equipment, including: Pothole Pro Air Hydro Vac. At this stage, the final lot structure has still to be confirmed and as such is subject to change.

Operated Plant (Backhoe loaders & Excavators)

Operated Plant (JCBs & Excavators). At this stage, the final lot structure has still to be confirmed and as such is subject to change.

Operated Plant - Crane Lorry

Hire of operated plant - HIAB. At this stage, the final lot structure has still to be confirmed and as such is subject to change.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000822829
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549970
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

16 - Agricultural machinery

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

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

45 - Construction work

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

16700000 - Tractors

34143000 - Winter-maintenance vehicles

34921000 - Road-maintenance equipment

34921100 - Road sweepers

34996100 - Traffic lights

43312000 - Road-surfacing machinery

44211100 - Modular and portable buildings

44211110 - Cabins

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

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 20266 months to go
Future Notice Date
29 May 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FIFE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Juliet Hall
Contact Email
juliet.hall@fife.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3451550000

Buyer Location

Locality
GLENROTHES
Postcode
KY7 5LT
Post Town
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife, TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Glenrothes Central and Thornton
Westminster Constituency
Glenrothes and Mid Fife

Further Information

Notice Documents

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