Scope
Reference
222_26
Description
This Planned procurement notice (not a call for competition, the tender documentation is not yet available) is being published to alert the supplier market that ESPO is looking to establish a national framework for the supply and fitting of tyres for cars, LCVs, HGVs and plant and the supply of related ancillary services, including puncture repairs and wheel balancing.
The framework is expected to be divided into 3 lots.
Initial expressions of interest only may be completed as follows:
(a) Go to https://www.eastmidstenders.org/; (b) Register (if not already registered on ProContract); (c) Search for opportunity '222_26' (via "View Opportunities" from the EastMidsTenders Portal); d) Express an interest.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £28,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 5 January 2026 to 4 January 2028
- Possible extension to 4 January 2030
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
The duration of the framework agreement is expected to be for 24 months, with the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances extensions will be completed in full, or in 12-month periods, and is subject to the performance of the framework).
Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.
Main procurement category
Services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Not the same for all lots
CPV classifications are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot 1. Light vehicle tyres (premium, mid-range & budget)
Description
Expressions of interest are invited at this stage for a national framework agreement allowing for the provision, replacement and repair of tyres for a comprehensive range of vehicles.
Lot 1 is for the provision of premium, mid-range & budget tyres for cars and light commercial vehicles.
Lot value (estimated)
- £28,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 34330000 - Spare parts for goods vehicles, vans and cars
- 34350000 - Tyres for heavy/light-duty vehicles
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Heavy vehicle tyres (premium, mid-range and budget/remould for steer, driving and trailer) and plant tyres (premium and budget)
Description
Expressions of interest are invited at this stage for a national framework agreement allowing for the provision, replacement and repair of tyres for a comprehensive range of vehicles.
Lot 2 is for the provision of premium, mid-range and budget tyres for heavy goods vehicles and public service vehicles, and premium and budget tyres for plant.
Lot value (estimated)
- £28,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 34330000 - Spare parts for goods vehicles, vans and cars
- 34350000 - Tyres for heavy/light-duty vehicles
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Services (for light vehicles, heavy vehicles and plant)
Description
Expressions of interest are invited at this stage for a national framework agreement allowing for the provision, replacement and repair of tyres for a comprehensive range of vehicles.
Lot 3 for services including but not limited to the fitting, removal, turning, regrooving of new or remould tyres, as well as balancing, tracking, puncture repair, valve replacement and emergency call out.
Lot value (estimated)
- £28,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 34350000 - Tyres for heavy/light-duty vehicles
- 34913200 - Retreaded tyres
- 50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Further information about fees
As a public body, ESPO have a statutory obligation to recover the costs incurred in the management of this Framework. This obligation is met by means of a Framework Fee which will be payable by the Suppliers to ESPO based on the total turnover of business conducted by them under the Framework.
Framework operation description
Further details will be advised in the Tender notice once that is published (this is currently not a call for competition and the tender documentation is not yet available).
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
As a Centralised procurement authority as defined in the Procurement Act 2023, the Framework is intended for use by Public Bodies (defined at https://www.espo.org/amfile/file/download/file/9608/) that also fall into one of the following classifications of user throughout all administrative regions of the UK: Local Authorities; Educational Establishments (including Academies); Central Government Departments and Agencies; Police, Fire & Rescue and Coastguard Emergency Services; NHS and HSC Bodies, including Ambulance Services; Registered Charities; Registered Social Landlords; The Corporate Office of the House of Lords, The Corporate Officer of the House of Commons; or any public body established by or under the Scotland Act 1998 or any Act of the Scottish Parliament. Details on general classification of end user establishments and geographical areas are available at: https://www.espo.org/legal.
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Light vehicle tyres (premium, mid-range & budget)
Lot 2. Heavy vehicle tyres (premium, mid-range and budget/remould for steer, driving and trailer) and plant tyres (premium and budget)
Lot 3. Services (for light vehicles, heavy vehicles and plant)
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
31 October 2025
Tender submission deadline
1 December 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Refer to all instructions captured via https://www.eastmidstenders.org/.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
12 December 2025
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://www.eastmidstenders.org/
This is a Planned procurement notice (not a call for competition, the tender documentation is not yet available). However, initial expressions of interest may be completed as follows:
(a) Go to https://www.eastmidstenders.org/; (b) Register (if not already registered on ProContract); (c) Search for opportunity '222_26' (via "View Opportunities" from the EastMidsTenders Portal); d) Express an interest.
Contracting authority
Leicestershire County Council, trading as ESPO
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYDD-1122-TCVN
Barnsdale Way, Grove Park, Enderby
Leicester
LE19 1ES
United Kingdom
Contact name: Place and Environment Procurement Team
Email: tenders@espo.org
Website: https://www.espo.org/
Region: UKF22 - Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government