Scope
Reference
P-0852 (TC013)
Description
Manchester City Council is looking to appoint a framework for the supply of volumetric concrete and bottle concrete.
The tender is divided into two lots as follows:
• Lot 1 - Concrete batched and concrete bedding delivered to various sites by Volumetric Truck Mixer
• Lot 2 - Supply and delivery of Ready-Mix Concrete
Companies may apply for either or both lots.
It is intended that Manchester City Council will award this framework to up to 3 highest scoring tenderers per lot, subject to meeting the Award Criteria stated in the ITT documents.
The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk . Once registered, applicants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the documentation relating to this opportunity.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £520,000 excluding VAT
- £624,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2028
- Possible extension to 31 March 2030
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
The framework period will be for 2 years with the option to extend for an additional 2 years.
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 44114000 - Concrete
Contract locations
- UKD33 - Manchester
Lot constraints
Description of how multiple lots may be awarded:
Suppliers may apply for either or both lots.
Lot 1. Concrete batched and concrete bedding delivered to various sites by Volumetric Truck Mixer
Description
Supply of concrete batched and concrete bedding delivered to various sites by Volumetric Truck Mixer.
Please see tender documents.
Lot value (estimated)
- £400,000 excluding VAT
- £480,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Supply and delivery of Ready-Mix Concrete
Description
Supply and delivery of Ready-Mix Concrete.
Please see tender documents.
Lot value (estimated)
- £120,000 excluding VAT
- £144,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
6
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
It is intended that Manchester City Council will award this framework to up to 3 highest scoring tenderers per lot, subject to meeting the Award Criteria stated in the ITT documents.
This framework will allow Manchester City Council to call off contracts by Direct Award without reopening competition.
Direct Award of each Works Package Order will be made on the basis of Price and Availability.
The Pricing Schedule submitted at the tender stage will be used to price the works required.
Each Works Package Order will be priced by applying quantities against the items pertaining to the works into the Pricing Schedule to determine the lowest.
The lowest-priced holder will be asked to confirm their availability to carry out the works. If the lowest-priced holder is not available, the same process will be carried out with the next lowest. This will continue until a suitable award is made.
Award method when using the framework
Without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Lot 1. Concrete batched and concrete bedding delivered to various sites by Volumetric Truck Mixer
Lot 2. Supply and delivery of Ready-Mix Concrete
See tender documents
Technical ability conditions of participation
Lot 1. Concrete batched and concrete bedding delivered to various sites by Volumetric Truck Mixer
Lot 2. Supply and delivery of Ready-Mix Concrete
See tender documents
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Concrete batched and concrete bedding delivered to various sites by Volumetric Truck Mixer
Lot 2. Supply and delivery of Ready-Mix Concrete
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
1 December 2025, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
15 December 2025, 11:00am
Submission address and any special instructions
The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk . Once registered, applicants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the documentation relating to this opportunity. Applicants will need to electronically submit their completed tender documents, including procurement specific questionnaire, via the on-line portal by 11am on 15th December 2025 as referred to in the tender documentation. Any clarification queries must also be submitted via the Chest website by the date referred to in the tender documentation.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
17 February 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Price | 50% |
| Quality | Quality | 20% |
| Social Value | Quality | 20% |
| Environment | Quality | 10% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Manchester City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLNV-8798-LDMP
Town Hall Extension
Manchester
M60 2LA
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@manchester.gov.uk
Website: https://www.manchester.gov.uk/
Region: UKD33 - Manchester
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government