--- title: "Framework for The Hire of Highways and Construction Plant Equipment, and Welfare Units" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06acca" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06acca" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06acca.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06acca.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-03" --- # Framework for The Hire of Highways and Construction Plant Equipment, and Welfare Units Buyer: GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06acca [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06acca) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06acca.json) ## Summary Gateshead Borough Council is currently in the tender stage for a new procurement opportunity titled "Framework for The Hire of Highways and Construction Plant Equipment, and Welfare Units". This tender is issued to address the hiring needs for varied construction plant equipment and welfare units. The procurement covers works and services, focusing on several Lots that include equipment ranging from excavators to small tools and access equipment. Situated in Gateshead within the UKC2 region, this framework will be active from 24th August 2026 to 23rd August 2028, with the possibility of two additional 12-month extensions. Suppliers interested in bidding should note the open procedure method and that all documentation is accessible online in English. The deadline for tender submissions is 13th July 2026, preceded by an enquiry period that ends on 7th July 2026. The framework's total estimated value is £1.44 million, highlighting significant investment opportunities. This tender is a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in construction equipment and machinery hire, particularly those proficient in providing a broad range of plant equipment with efficient compliance to British and European standards. As SMEs are prioritised, smaller enterprises can also benefit, making this a substantial opportunity to secure growth and diversification in the region's construction support services. Additionally, the structured framework allows suppliers to provide competitive bids on equipment pricing, giving businesses the chance to be ranked favourably even without providing full coverage across all lots. The evaluation focuses on pricing and quality, aiding suppliers who pass the quality criteria to secure opportunities through competitive pricing. This framework will be especially suitable for companies keen on establishing or expanding their presence in the Gateshead construction market, promoting long-term engagements through potential contract extensions. ## Notice The aim of this procurement is to implement a framework which covers the Council's requirements for the hiring of Highways and Construction Plant Equipment, and Welfare Units The Contract is divided into 8 Lots. Suppliers may choose to submit bids for individual items within any Lot. It is not a requirement to provide pricing for every item within the Lots for which a Supplier is bidding. 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. ### Lot Information Operated 180 Excavator (JCB) + Full range of buckets Operated 180 Excavator (JCB) + Full range of buckets. Details of works to be carried out will be provided at call off. Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions Operated Plant (Other) (i.e.. 360 excavators etc.) Provision of operated plant. Works descriptions will be provided on call off. Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions Non operated Plant Hire of Non operated Plant throughout Gateshead Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions Operated Tipper trucks Hire of Operated Tipper trucks throughout Gateshead Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions Small Tools Hire of Small Tools, generators, lights etc Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions Access Equipment Hire of Access Equipment Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions Fuel Tanks Hire of Fuel Tanks Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions Welfare Units Hire of Welfare Units Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052492-2026 | | 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 | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 13 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 23 Aug 2026 - 23 Aug 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,200,000 | | Lots value | £1,850,000 | | 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 | GATESHEAD BOROUGH 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 - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 43300000 - Construction machinery and equipment - 43320000 - Construction equipment - 43830000 - Power tools - 45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator ## Release History - 3 Jun 2026 at 15:31 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052492-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052492-2026 3rd June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://open-uk.org/ - https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/31230/Learning-and-Skills - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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