--- title: "Opportunity to Tender - Craneage - Regional Framework Lots (England) - J. Murphy & Sons" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-82d1db33-40ea-4450-bdf8-818dd672f50b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-82d1db33-40ea-4450-bdf8-818dd672f50b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-82d1db33-40ea-4450-bdf8-818dd672f50b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-82d1db33-40ea-4450-bdf8-818dd672f50b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED" published: "2026-07-14" --- # Opportunity to Tender - Craneage - Regional Framework Lots (England) - J. Murphy & Sons Buyer: BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-82d1db33-40ea-4450-bdf8-818dd672f50b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-82d1db33-40ea-4450-bdf8-818dd672f50b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-82d1db33-40ea-4450-bdf8-818dd672f50b.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by BIP Solutions Limited, titled "Opportunity to Tender - Craneage - Regional Framework Lots (England) - J. Murphy & Sons," is currently in the tender stage with a focus on civil engineering support services. The tender, classified under CPV code 71311100, seeks expressions of interest for a framework encompassing regional lots across England. It aims to support major infrastructure programmes, including Network Rail CP7 and TransPennine Route Upgrade (TRU). The procurement process is selective and involves a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total estimated value of £1,000,000. Key dates include the tender publication on 14th July 2026 and the tender period ending on 21st July 2026. Contracts are expected to commence on 14th August 2026 and conclude by 11th August 2028. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of providing operated crane hire services. Businesses with expertise in supplying mobile cranes ranging from 25 to 130 tonnes and offering certified operators will find this tender particularly relevant. Companies with regional depots across England, high fleet availability, and a strong local response capability are well-suited to compete. The structure of regional lots allows bidders to focus on specific areas aligned with their strategic interests, enabling businesses to support projects within designated regions effectively. ## Notice J. Murphy & Sons invites expressions of interest from experienced track matting suppliers / subcontractor for inclusion on a framework of regional lots across England, supporting major infrastructure programmes. The framework will provide opportunities to supply and install temporary access solutions on a call off basis, aligned to project locations and regional delivery teams. Project Portfolio Includes: Network Rail CP7 TransPennine Route Upgrade (TRU) Peel Ports Other rail and infrastructure projects across England Scope of Services: The framework will cover the provision of operated crane hire services, including: Supply of mobile cranes ranging from 25 tonnes to 130 tonnes capacity, with certified operators Lifting operations in support of general construction and civil engineering works Execution of standard and complex lifting activities, including confined or restricted site environments Provision of lift planning and appointed person services where required Support for structural installations, drainage, earthworks and concrete operations Delivery of both planned lifting activities and reactive call out services" How to Apply: Suppliers must express interest through CompeteFor to receive further tender information, including lot structure and next steps. About the buyer's selection process: Regional Approach: The framework will be structured into regional lots across England, enabling suppliers to bid for one or multiple regions based on: Fleet availability and crane capacity range (25t-130t) Operator availability and competency Local depot presence and response capability Ability to support projects within the designated regions ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e37a0ed-39e9-4ed4-bcce-abee2ed8bac8 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 21 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 13 Aug 2026 - 11 Aug 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | North West London | | Postcode | NW5 1TN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden | | Local authority | Camden | | Electoral ward | Kentish Town North | | Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71311100 - Civil engineering support services ## Release History - 14 Jul 2026 at 14:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e37a0ed-39e9-4ed4-bcce-abee2ed8bac8 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e37a0ed-39e9-4ed4-bcce-abee2ed8bac8 14th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.competefor.com/business/viewOpportunityDetailsSupplier.html?id=115365117 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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