Scope
Description
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 and vehicles and welfare units
The Contract is split into 10 Lots and Contractors 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 Contractors will be awarded to each piece of plant or equipment on the Framework based on the ranked score achieved.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £22,000,000 excluding VAT
- £26,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 31 December 2025 to 31 December 2027
- Possible extension to 31 December 2033
- 8 years, 1 day
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator
Contract locations
- UKC2 - Northumberland and Tyne and Wear
Engagement
Engagement deadline
14 May 2025
Engagement process description
Issuing of market engagement question accessible via OPEN procurement platform https://www.open-uk.org/ and searching for Project # OPEN2025671.
Engagement meeting taking place 13th/14th May for a limited number of suppliers
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Contracting authority
Gateshead Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPGY-1151-NJQN
Civic Centre, Regent Terrace
Gateshead
NE8 1HH
United Kingdom
Region: UKC22 - Tyneside
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government