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title: "FRAMEWORK FOR THE HIRE OF CONSTRUCTION PLANT & EQUIPMENT"
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# FRAMEWORK FOR THE HIRE OF CONSTRUCTION PLANT & EQUIPMENT

Buyer: GATESHEAD COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02d6b8

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## Summary

The Gateshead Council is seeking tenders for a framework to hire construction plant and equipment, titled "Framework for the Hire of Construction Plant & Equipment". This procurement falls within the goods category, specifically under the classification of construction machinery and equipment (CPV code 43300000). The current procurement stage is open, with a tender period that will conclude on 27th September 2021. Award decisions will follow shortly after the bid opening, which is scheduled for the same day. The equipment will primarily be delivered within Gateshead, with potential expansion to surrounding regions as specified at the time of order.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the construction and plant hire sectors. Suppliers that can provide compliant construction machinery and equipment are encouraged to compete, particularly those with a range of equipment across the nine identified lots. With a maximum of five suppliers being awarded per lot, companies specializing in operated and non-operated plant, as well as small tools and access equipment, will find this framework advantageous for expanding their service offerings to a local authority in need of reliable construction solutions.

## Notice

The aim of this procurement is to implement a framework which covers all of the Council's requirements for the hiring of construction plant and equipment. The Contract is split into 10 Lots and Suppliers may submit a bid in respect of individual pieces of equipment within the Lots. Detailed below are the categories of plant/equipment included within each Lot. All equipment must comply fully with all British and European regulations and standards at the time of hire. Up to a maximum of 5 suppliers will be awarded to each piece of plant or equipment on the Framework based on the ranked score achieved. Delivery of the equipment will mainly be at locations throughout Gateshead but may extend to other parts of the region. This will be specified at the time of order.

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - Operated 180 Excavator (JCB) + Full range of buckets

The aim of this procurement is to implement a framework which covers all of the Council's requirements for the hiring of construction plant and equipment. The Contract is split into 10 Lots and Suppliers may submit a bid in respect of individual pieces of equipment within the Lots. Detailed below are the categories of plant/equipment included within each Lot. All equipment must comply fully with all British and European regulations and standards at the time of hire. Up to a maximum of 5 suppliers will be awarded to each piece of plant or equipment on the Framework based on the ranked score achieved. Delivery of the equipment will mainly be at locations throughout Gateshead but may extend to other parts of the region. This will be specified at the time of order.

Lot 2 - Operated Plant (Other) (ie. 360 excavators etc.)

The aim of this procurement is to implement a framework which covers all of the Council's requirements for the hiring of construction plant and equipment. The Contract is split into 10 Lots and Suppliers may submit a bid in respect of individual pieces of equipment within the Lots. Detailed below are the categories of plant/equipment included within each Lot. All equipment must comply fully with all British and European regulations and standards at the time of hire. Up to a maximum of 5 suppliers will be awarded to each piece of plant or equipment on the Framework based on the ranked score achieved. Delivery of the equipment will mainly be at locations throughout Gateshead but may extend to other parts of the region. This will be specified at the time of order.

Lot 3 - Non operated Plant

The aim of this procurement is to implement a framework which covers all of the Council's requirements for the hiring of construction plant and equipment. The Contract is split into 10 Lots and Suppliers may submit a bid in respect of individual pieces of equipment within the Lots. Detailed below are the categories of plant/equipment included within each Lot. All equipment must comply fully with all British and European regulations and standards at the time of hire. Up to a maximum of 5 suppliers will be awarded to each piece of plant or equipment on the Framework based on the ranked score achieved. Delivery of the equipment will mainly be at locations throughout Gateshead but may extend to other parts of the region. This will be specified at the time of order.

Non operated Tipper trucks

The aim of this procurement is to implement a framework which covers all of the Council's requirements for the hiring of construction plant and equipment. The Contract is split into 10 Lots and Suppliers may submit a bid in respect of individual pieces of equipment within the Lots. Detailed below are the categories of plant/equipment included within each Lot. All equipment must comply fully with all British and European regulations and standards at the time of hire. Up to a maximum of 5 suppliers will be awarded to each piece of plant or equipment on the Framework based on the ranked score achieved. Delivery of the equipment will mainly be at locations throughout Gateshead but may extend to other parts of the region. This will be specified at the time of order.

Lot 5 - Operated Tipper trucks

The aim of this procurement is to implement a framework which covers all of the Council's requirements for the hiring of construction plant and equipment. The Contract is split into 10 Lots and Suppliers may submit a bid in respect of individual pieces of equipment within the Lots. Detailed below are the categories of plant/equipment included within each Lot. All equipment must comply fully with all British and European regulations and standards at the time of hire. Up to a maximum of 5 suppliers will be awarded to each piece of plant or equipment on the Framework based on the ranked score achieved. Delivery of the equipment will mainly be at locations throughout Gateshead but may extend to other parts of the region. This will be specified at the time of order.

Lot 6 - Non operated Other Heavy Vehicles (above 3.5 tonne)

The aim of this procurement is to implement a framework which covers all of the Council's requirements for the hiring of construction plant and equipment. The Contract is split into 10 Lots and Suppliers may submit a bid in respect of individual pieces of equipment within the Lots. Detailed below are the categories of plant/equipment included within each Lot. All equipment must comply fully with all British and European regulations and standards at the time of hire. Up to a maximum of 5 suppliers will be awarded to each piece of plant or equipment on the Framework based on the ranked score achieved. Delivery of the equipment will mainly be at locations throughout Gateshead but may extend to other parts of the region. This will be specified at the time of order.

Lot 7 Small Tools

The aim of this procurement is to implement a framework which covers all of the Council's requirements for the hiring of construction plant and equipment. The Contract is split into 10 Lots and Suppliers may submit a bid in respect of individual pieces of equipment within the Lots. Detailed below are the categories of plant/equipment included within each Lot. All equipment must comply fully with all British and European regulations and standards at the time of hire. Up to a maximum of 5 suppliers will be awarded to each piece of plant or equipment on the Framework based on the ranked score achieved. Delivery of the equipment will mainly be at locations throughout Gateshead but may extend to other parts of the region. This will be specified at the time of order.

Lot 8 - Access Equipment

The aim of this procurement is to implement a framework which covers all of the Council's requirements for the hiring of construction plant and equipment. The Contract is split into 10 Lots and Suppliers may submit a bid in respect of individual pieces of equipment within the Lots. Detailed below are the categories of plant/equipment included within each Lot. All equipment must comply fully with all British and European regulations and standards at the time of hire. Up to a maximum of 5 suppliers will be awarded to each piece of plant or equipment on the Framework based on the ranked score achieved. Delivery of the equipment will mainly be at locations throughout Gateshead but may extend to other parts of the region. This will be specified at the time of order.

Lot 9 - Fuel Tanks

The aim of this procurement is to implement a framework which covers all of the Council's requirements for the hiring of construction plant and equipment. The Contract is split into 10 Lots and Suppliers may submit a bid in respect of individual pieces of equipment within the Lots. Detailed below are the categories of plant/equipment included within each Lot. All equipment must comply fully with all British and European regulations and standards at the time of hire. Up to a maximum of 5 suppliers will be awarded to each piece of plant or equipment on the Framework based on the ranked score achieved. Delivery of the equipment will mainly be at locations throughout Gateshead but may extend to other parts of the region. This will be specified at the time of order.

Lot 10 - Accommodation

The aim of this procurement is to implement a framework which covers all of the Council's requirements for the hiring of construction plant and equipment. The Contract is split into 10 Lots and Suppliers may submit a bid in respect of individual pieces of equipment within the Lots. Detailed below are the categories of plant/equipment included within each Lot. All equipment must comply fully with all British and European regulations and standards at the time of hire. Up to a maximum of 5 suppliers will be awarded to each piece of plant or equipment on the Framework based on the ranked score achieved. Delivery of the equipment will mainly be at locations throughout Gateshead but may extend to other parts of the region. This will be specified at the time of order.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020297-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GATESHEAD COUNCIL |
| Locality | GATESHEAD |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE8 1HH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Electoral ward | Bridges |
| Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham |
| Delivery location | TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 43300000 - Construction machinery and equipment
- 44211110 - Cabins
- 44212310 - Scaffolding
- 44511000 - Hand tools

## Release History

- 19 Aug 2021 at 10:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020297-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gateshead.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com/ProjectManagement/ProjectDashboard?projectId=9543fd73-43ff-eb11-810d-005056b64545

## Provenance

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