--- title: "Framework for the Hire of Large Plant (some with Operator)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ffbf" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05ffbf" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ffbf.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ffbf.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WIGAN COUNCIL" published: "2026-05-22" --- # Framework for the Hire of Large Plant (some with Operator) Buyer: WIGAN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ffbf [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05ffbf) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ffbf.json) ## Summary Wigan Council is seeking to establish a Framework for the hire of various types of large plant, some with an operator, to assist with highway maintenance work. This framework, titled "Framework for the Hire of Large Plant (some with Operator)," covers transport equipment and auxiliary products related to transportation. The main procurement category is "works," and the procurement method is an open procedure, inviting tenderers to supply equipment and operators across six lots, including backhoe loaders, paving machines, road planers, and mobile welfare units. The framework aims to run from 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2030, with a tender submission deadline set for 24 June 2026 and enquiry period ending on 16 June 2026. The total estimated value is £2.4 million, emphasizing work within the United Kingdom, specifically the Wigan region (UKD3). This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the hire of construction and civil engineering machinery, offering the potential for sustained collaboration with Wigan Council over four years. The framework is particularly attractive to SMEs as participation is facilitated without the necessity to meet full indicative requirements across all lots, thus allowing flexibility for businesses of varying sizes. The opportunity is suited for companies ready to supply skilled operators alongside well-maintained machinery, as well as those proficient in compliance with health, safety, and modern slavery regulations. By participating, businesses can enhance their visibility and establish a robust partnership with a sub-central government authority, opening avenues for further tenders under similar frameworks. ## Notice The objective of this tender process is to establish a Framework for the hire of various types of large plant to Wigan Council. Some of the items of plant must be provided with an Operator. The Framework will comprise of the following Lots: Lot 1 - Backhoe Loader (with Operator) Lot 2 - Paving Machine (with Operator(s)) Lot 3 - Road Planer (with Operator(s)) and Road Sweeper (with Operator) Lot 4 - HGV Tipper 6 Wheel / 8 Wheel (with Operator) Lot 5 - Grab Wagon (with Operator) Lot 6 - Mobile Welfare Units It is the intention to appoint a minimum of 2 suppliers to each Lot (Wigan Council will not be bound to appoint more than 2 suppliers to each Lot), provided there are sufficient compliant and satisfactory responses received under the tender process. Tenderers may apply for one, some or all Lots. The Framework will run for 4 years. ### Lot Information Lot 1 - Backhoe Loader (with Operator) Indicatively, hire of 2 Backhoe Loaders (each for 37 hours per week) each financial year, dependent on workflow. Actual ordering requirements may be higher or lower dependent on requirements arising during the period of the Framework. Each machine will primarily be used to assist with Highway Maintenance work within the borough of Wigan. The work will involve excavating footway pavements and assisting with the application of laying bituminous materials. The item of plant (Backhoe Loader) will be supplied with a suitably competent driver. Proof will be required of any relevant experience and training of drivers such as a valid driving licence, operator's licence, certifications and accreditations. As a minimum this will include: JCB/Backhoe Loader Driver - Valid in date RTITB / CPCS Card & certificate for the above category. Where possible, the Provider(s) should provide Operators with experience of carrying out highway maintenance work. Backhoe Loaders supplied must be capable of attaching a hydraulic breaker to the backhoe. Lot 2 - Paving Machine with Operator(s) Indicatively, Wigan Council will be looking to hire an appropriately sized Paving Machine at various times through the financial year; however, this is dependent on workflow. Indicatively, this could be around 8 times per year, generally for one day per order. Actual ordering requirements may be higher or lower dependent on requirements arising during the period of the Framework. Each machine will primarily be used to assist with highway maintenance work within the borough of Wigan. The work will involve paving bituminous materials to a specified depth on Wigan Council's carriageway network. There may be occasions where the Paving Machine will be required to work on footway pavements and car parking areas. The item of plant (Paving Machine) will be supplied with a suitably competent Driver/Operative(s). Proof will be required of any relevant experience and training of drivers such as a valid driving licence, operator's licence, certifications and accreditations. As a minimum this will include: Road Paver Driver - Valid CPCS or equivalent Card showing Road Paver Category & in date certificate. Lot 3 - Road Planer with Operator(s) and Road Sweeper with Operator Indicatively, hire of appropriately sized Road Planers at various times throughout the financial year; however, this is dependent on workflow. Indicatively, this could be around 10 times per year (up to 350mm milling width) and 3 times per year (up to 1,000mm milling width), generally for one day per order. Actual ordering requirements may be higher or lower dependent on requirements arising during the period of the Framework. Each machine will primarily be used to assist with highway maintenance work within the borough of Wigan. The work will involve planing to a specified depth on Wigan Council's carriageway network. There may be occasions where the Planer will be required to work on footway pavements and car parking areas. The item of plant (Road Planer) will be supplied with a suitably competent Driver/Operative. Proof will be required of any relevant experience and training of drivers such as a valid driving licence, operator's licence, certifications and accreditations. As a minimum this will include: Road Planer Driver - Valid CPCS or equivalent Card showing Road Planer Category & in date certificate. Lot 4 - HGV Tipper 6 Wheel / 8 Wheel (with Operator) Indicatively, 3 to 5 days hire per week (for an 8 wheel HGV tipper) dependent on workflow. More than one tipper may need to be hired on the same day. Prices will also be sought for the hire of a 6 wheel tipper on an as need basis. Actual ordering requirements may be higher or lower dependent on requirements arising during the period of the Framework. The vehicle will primarily be used to assist with Highway Maintenance work within the borough of Wigan. The work will involve excavating footway pavements and assisting with the application of laying bituminous materials. The vehicle will be primarily used to dispose site spoil and travelling to disposal centres within the borough of Wigan. The item of plant (HGV tipper 8x4/6x4) will be supplied with a driver. Proof will be required of any relevant experience and training of drivers such as valid driving licence, operator's licence, certifications and accreditations. As a minimum this will include: Class 2 HGV Tipper Driver - RTITB or CPCS or equivalent Card for Tipper and certificate of training (in date) & Driving Licence Card (In Date) with CAT C Licence category showing Driver Qualification Card (in date to prove done CPC). Lot 5 - Grab Wagon (with Operator) Indicatively, hire of 1 vehicle per day on an as need basis dependent on workflow. Actual ordering requirements may be higher or lower dependent on requirements arising during the period of the Framework. The vehicle will primarily be used to assist with Highway Maintenance work within the borough of Wigan. The work will involve excavating footway pavements and assisting with the application of laying bituminous materials. The vehicle will also be required to move smaller items of plant either by lifting or towing which include, generators, towable pumps and small road rollers (e.g., Bomag 80). The item of plant (Grab wagon) will be supplied with a driver. Proof will be required of any relevant experience and training of drivers such as valid driving licence, operator's licence, certifications and accreditations. As a minimum this will include: Class 2 HGV HIAB Driver - ALLMI Lorry Loader Card or Other accredited Lorry Loader (HIAB Card) in date & Driving Licence Card (In Date) with CAT C Licence category showing Driver Qualification Card (in date to prove done CPC). Lot 6 - Mobile Welfare Units Indicatively, hire of 2 units, with each welfare unit being re-located approximately once every 2 weeks, dependent on workflow. Actual ordering requirements may be higher or lower dependent on requirements arising during the period of the Framework. Each unit will primarily be used to assist with Highway Maintenance work within the borough of Wigan. The work will involve excavating footway pavements and assisting with the application of laying bituminous materials. Delivery of the Welfare Unit will be direct to site at a location within the borough of Wigan. There may be an occasion where the delivery location or travel location my fall outside of the borough boundary of Wigan. The Welfare Unit will normally remain on site for a period of up to 2 weeks, but this is dependent on the nature of the work and can vary either way. There will be a requirement for the supplier(s) appointed to this Lot to relocate welfare units, with each unit being re-located approximately once every 2 weeks. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048201-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 24 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | 30 Jan 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,000,000 | | Lots value | £1,860,000 | | 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 | WIGAN COUNCIL | | Locality | WIGAN | | Post town | Wigan | | Postcode | WN1 1YN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD36 Greater Manchester North West | | Local authority | Wigan | | Electoral ward | Wigan Central | | Westminster constituency | Wigan | | Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 45 - Construction work - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator - 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ## Release History - 22 May 2026 at 15:11 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048201-2026 - 22 May 2026 at 14:09 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048069-2026 - 6 Jan 2026 at 09:19 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000513-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048201-2026 22nd May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048069-2026 22nd May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000513-2026 6th January 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=4d98d1b0-4d49-f111-813c-005056b64545&p=e0cc5631-4690-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21 The advert for this opportunity can be viewed on our procurement portal The Chest at the web address provided. Interested suppliers will need to click 'Login and register interest in this opportunity' to view the associated tender documents. Submission of bids will also be made through the portal. ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.the-chest.org.uk - https://www.wigan.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05ffbf. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ffbf.json.