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title: "FURTHER COMPETITION conducted under ESPO Framework Agreement 220_24 De-icing Salt & Associated Products/Services - AWARD"
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# FURTHER COMPETITION conducted under ESPO Framework Agreement 220_24 De-icing Salt & Associated Products/Services - AWARD

Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
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## Summary

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council (Sandwell MBC), as the lead authority, has conducted a further competition under the ESPO Framework Agreement 220_24 for the supply of de-icing salt and associated products/services to support both Sandwell MBC and Dudley MBC's winter services. This procurement process, classified under the CPV code 14410000 for rock salt, has culminated in the award stage. The goods, specifically bulk brown salt, are to be delivered to various storage depots across specified locations, including the UK. The procurement followed a restricted procedure method, with the contract period spanning from 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2027. The total contract value is £575,000, and the award was confirmed on 9 October 2025, with publication on 10 October 2025.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers specialising in road salt and bulk transportation services. With an indicative annual expenditure of £130,000 per council, the selected supplier, Compass Minerals, stands to gain from this stable demand throughout the contract term. While this procurement primarily benefits larger enterprises due to its scale and SME-unsuitability, businesses experienced in handling logistics and supply chains for municipal contracts in severe weather conditions would find this tender especially fitting. Engaging with this framework allows businesses to solidify relationships with public sector clients, potentially leading to additional contracts or increased volumes depending on seasonal demands and legislative changes.

## Notice

FURTHER COMPETITION conducted under ESPO Framework Agreement 220_24 De-icing Salt & Associated Products/Services This framework is being established for the provision of the bulk de-icing rock salt to support Sandwell MBC and Dudley MBC in their front-line winter service delivery. This procurement is being undertaken by Sandwell MBC, acting as lead Authority, on behalf of Sandwell MBC and Dudley MBC. The framework is being tendered as a further competition in accordance with ESPO Framework Agreement 220_24 De-icing Salt & Associated Products and Services The supplied materials are to be delivered to the individual contracting authority's storage depots detailed in the specification below. In accordance with the framework agreement, each contracting authority will enter into its own call-off contract. Call-off contracts will be awarded under the Framework by way of direct award to the sole, appointed Supplier and will be based on the terms and conditions of the framework agreement. Indicative annual expenditure per authority is detailed below, however this may increase or decrease dependent on legislation changes, weather conditions and service requirements, therefore, the Council does not guarantee any level of business under this framework agreement. Indicative annual expenditure - Sandwell MBC - PS130,000 Indicative annual expenditure - Dudley MBC - PS130,000 These figures are based upon an average winter season however this can vary between 2,500 tonnes and 5,500 tonnes per authority. The maximum capacity that can be held at Sandwell MBC is 7,000 tonnes, and at Dudley MBC is 9,000 tonnes. In this present instance, the Customer is issuing this Invitation to Tender as a Further Competition under Lot 1 Supply & Delivery of Bulk Brown Salt of ESPO Framework 220_24. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order To View and Submit a Tender, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Wednesday 17 September 2025 at 15:00hrs

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3934ac0-cb1b-4681-a481-13424618daeb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £575,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B69 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell |
| Local authority | Sandwell |
| Electoral ward | Oldbury |
| Westminster constituency | West Bromwich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COMPASS MINERALS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 14 - Mining, basic metals and related products
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 14410000 - Rock salt
- 34927100 - Road salt

## Release History

- 13 Oct 2025 at 12:47 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3934ac0-cb1b-4681-a481-13424618daeb
- 10 Oct 2025 at 13:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3934ac0-cb1b-4681-a481-13424618daeb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3934ac0-cb1b-4681-a481-13424618daeb
  13th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc

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