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title: "536_25 Hire of Plant (without operator)"
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# 536_25 Hire of Plant (without operator)

Buyer: ESPO  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e40c

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## Summary

The public procurement process involves ESPO, a regional or local authority in the United Kingdom, overseeing the tender titled "536_25 Hire of Plant (without operator)." This framework agreement pertains to the services of hiring various plant equipment without operators. The industry category is focused on services related to repair, maintenance, and associated services concerning aircraft, railways, roads, and marine equipment. This framework serves UK public sector organisations, including local authorities and other eligible bodies, and spans all administrative regions of the UK. The procurement is in the award stage, with contracts signed on 8th July 2025. The open procurement method was followed, inviting bids electronically, and the framework agreement is active with options to extend up to 24 months beyond the initial period, which ends on 5th July 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the equipment hire sector, to engage in a broad set of lots covering materials handlers, excavators, kerb and slab lifters, among others. With the emphasis on competitive pricing and social value, firms that offer a balance of quality and cost-efficiency will find this award beneficial for growth. Suppliers such as BALLOO HIRE CENTRE LIMITED, GAP GROUP LIMITED, and others have already been part of the awarded contracts, suggesting that firms with established capabilities in plant hire can compete effectively in such tenders. This framework is accessible to businesses large and small, including SMEs, fostering diverse participation and business expansion within the public sector landscape.

## Notice

Renewal of a national framework for the hire of a wide range of plant and equipment, without operator. The framework is intended to meet the requirements of local authorities and other eligible public sector organisations.

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - Materials Handlers

This lot covers the hire of materials handlers to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 2 - Excavators

This lot covers the hire of excavators to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 3 - Kerb and Slab Lifters

This lot covers the hire of kerb and slab lifters to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 4 - Dumpers/Skip Loaders

This lot covers the hire of dumpers/skip loaders to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 5 - Rollers

This lot covers the hire of rollers to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 6 - Multi-Tyred Rollers

This lot covers the hire of multi-tyred rollers to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 7 - Pumps

This lot covers the hire of pumps to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 8 - Compactors

This lot covers the hire of compactors to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 9 - Compressors and Air Tools

This lot covers the hire of compressors and air tools to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 10 - Breakers

This lot covers the hire of breakers to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 11 - Drilling and Fixing Equipment

This lot covers the hire of drilling and fixing equipment to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 12 - Saws/Cutters

This lot covers the hire of saws/cutters to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 13 - Concreting Equipment

This lot covers the hire of concreting equipment to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 14 - Hydraulic Platforms/Lifts

This lot covers the hire of hydraulic platforms/lifts to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 15 - Trench Support/Access Equipment

This lot covers the hire of trench support/access equipment to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 16 - Generators/Floodlights

This lot covers the hire of generators/floodlights to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 17 - Temporary Site and Office Accommodation

This lot covers the hire of temporary site and office accommodation to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 18 - Horticultural and Forestry Equipment

This lot covers the hire of horticultural and forestry equipment to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 19 - Pothole Repair Machines

This lot covers the hire of pothole repair machines to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

Lot 20 - Other Items

This lot covers the hire of other items related to plant to meet the requirements of eligible public sector bodies.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in II.1.7. includes the option period. Note: Individual award values per lot are captured in this notice as the maximum amount for the entire framework, as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through any lot (and the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed the overall framework value as per II.1.7.).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041884-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 5 Jul 2025 - 5 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £10,000,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ESPO |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE19 1ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Enderby |
| Westminster constituency | South Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 12 |
| Supplier names | A E FAULKS; BALLOO HIRE CENTRE; CASTLEVILLE DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED (T/A PARKER HIRE SERVICES; CLEE HILL PLANT; DAWSONGROUP ENVIRONMENTAL MUNICIPAL CIVIL; GAP GROUP; HIRE STATION LIMITED (T/A BRANDON HIRE STATION; HSS SERVICE GROUP LIMITED (T/A HSS THE HIRE SERVICE; J.B. TOOL HIRE; NEXUS VEHICLE MANAGEMENT; P. FLANNERY PLANT HIRE (OVAL; SUNBELT RENTALS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 16 - Agricultural machinery
- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 16000000 - Agricultural machinery
- 31120000 - Generators
- 31518100 - Floodlights
- 34142000 - Crane and dumper trucks
- 42122000 - Pumps
- 42123000 - Compressors
- 42410000 - Lifting and handling equipment
- 42641300 - Machine tools for working concrete
- 43000000 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment
- 43130000 - Drilling equipment
- 43262000 - Excavating machinery
- 43312400 - Road rollers
- 43312500 - Mechanical rollers
- 43315000 - Compacting machinery
- 43328100 - Hydraulic equipment
- 43812000 - Sawing equipment
- 44211100 - Modular and portable buildings
- 45212413 - Short-stay accommodation construction work
- 45233142 - Road-repair works
- 50200000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft, railways, roads and marine equipment

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2025 at 09:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041884-2025
- 7 Apr 2025 at 07:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005865-2025
- 7 Apr 2025 at 07:52 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013266-2025
- 19 Mar 2025 at 11:43 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010109-2025

## Notice URLs

- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/
- https://www.espo.org/
- https://www.espo.org/amfile/file/download/file/9608/
- https://www.espo.org/legal
- https://www.justice.gov.uk/

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