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title: "Framework Agreement for the Provision of Operated Plant hire and Plant Hire"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-049272"
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buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL"
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# Framework Agreement for the Provision of Operated Plant hire and Plant Hire

Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049272

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## Summary

Orkney Islands Council is currently in the tender stage for a "Framework Agreement for the Provision of Operated Plant Hire and Plant Hire" within the road equipment industry category. This procurement covers all areas of Orkney, divided into four lots: East Mainland, West Mainland, Inner and South Isles, and Outer Isles. The tender has an estimated contract value of £800,000 with a contract period of 48 months, commencing on 25th September 2024. The procurement process follows an open procedure, with the tender submission deadline set for the same day at 12:00 PM. The aim is to source operated plant hire and plant hire services, with options for both operated and non-operated equipment across various locations, such as Kirkwall, St Ola, Burray, and others.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses within the plant hire sector, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality and competitively priced services. Companies that can provide articulated trucks, mechanical excavators, dumper trucks, road maintenance vehicles, and other related machinery should find this contract attractive. Businesses based in or able to service the Orkney region, including SMEs and local operators, can benefit financially and operationally while contributing to the local economy. The contract also includes provisions for community benefits, encouraging bidders to provide additional social, economic, and environmental value, such as job creation, apprenticeships, and local community initiatives.

## Notice

Orkney Islands Council ("the Authority") has a requirement for the provision of operated plant hire and plant hire across all areas of Orkney.

### Lot Information

West Mainland

Orkney Islands Council ("the Authority") has a requirement for the provision of operated plant hire and plant hire across all areas of Orkney. Lot 2 is West Mainland (Birsay, Evie, Rendall, Firth, Harray, Orphir, Sandwick, Stenness and Stromness). Each lot has 2 options - Option 1 operated plant hire and Option 2 plant hire. Additional information: Please note that the estimated value of the contract for Lot 2 above is based on the 48 month duration of the contract.

Inner and South Isles

Orkney Islands Council ("the Authority") has a requirement for the provision of operated plant hire and plant hire across all areas of Orkney. Lot 3 is Inner Isles (Shapinsay, Rousay, Egilsay & Wyre, Flotta, Hoy and Graemsay). Each lot has 2 options - Option 1 operated plant hire and Option 2 plant hire. Additional information: Please note that the estimated value of the contract for Lot 3 above is based on the 48 month duration of the contract.

Outer Isles

Orkney Islands Council ("the Authority") has a requirement for the provision of operated plant hire and plant hire across all areas of Orkney. Lot 4 is Outer Isles (Stronsay, Eday, Sanday, Westray, Papa Westray and North Ronaldsay). Each lot has 2 options - Option 1 operated plant hire and Option 2 plant hire. Additional information: Please note that the estimated value of the contract for Lot 4 above is based on the 48 month duration of the contract.

East Mainland

Orkney Islands Council ("the Authority") has a requirement for the provision of operated plant hire and plant hire across all areas of Orkney. Lot 1 is East Mainland (Kirkwall, St Ola, Burray, Deerness, Holm, South Ronaldsay and Tankerness). Each lot has 2 options - Option 1 operated plant hire and Option 2 plant hire. Additional information: Please note that the estimated value of the contract for Lot 1 above is based on the 48 month duration of the contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004777-2025 |
| 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, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | July / August 2028 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £800,000 |
| Lots value | £810,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL |
| Locality | KIRKWALL |
| Post town | Kirkwall |
| Postcode | KW15 1NY |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Orkney Islands |
| Electoral ward | Kirkwall East |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM65 Orkney Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 16 - Agricultural machinery
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 16700000 - Tractors
- 34133000 - Articulated trucks
- 34134000 - Flatbed and Tipper trucks
- 34138000 - Road tractor units
- 34142000 - Crane and dumper trucks
- 34142300 - Dumper trucks
- 34144400 - Road-maintenance vehicles
- 34144430 - Road-sweeping vehicles
- 34920000 - Road equipment
- 42414000 - Cranes, mobile lifting frames and works trucks fitted with a crane
- 43262100 - Mechanical excavators
- 43310000 - Civil engineering machinery
- 45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2025 at 15:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004777-2025
- 21 Aug 2024 at 09:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026609-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.orkney.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000775146
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00369
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/

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