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Published 11 May 2023, 16:59 BST

Official UK procurement notice

Hire of Small Plant & Temporary Accommodation Framework Agreement

Official notice

Authority: Scottish Borders Council (Local council)

Framework agreement21 lotsGoodsOpen procedureSME suitable
Framework ceiling (notional)£3,000,000total for 21 lots · framework ceiling, not attributable revenue
Submissions closed 15 Jun 2023awarded 17 Jul 2023
Lots 21see the lot list below

What is being bought21 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

Hire of Small Plant and Temporary Accommodation Framework Agreement accessible to all Council service departments including SBc Contracts (Scottish Borders Council significant Trading Organisation)and Roads service to support operational delivery needs across multiple locations within and outwith the geographical boundary of Scottish Borders Council.

  • Recurrence: August 2027.

CPV: Bowsers · Building materials · Chemical toilets · Compressors · Drills · Dumper trucks · Floodlights · Forklift trucks · Generators · Grinding machines · Hydraulic equipment · Lifting and handling equipment · +11 more

How this framework works

From the published notice
Places
up to 20 suppliers · 9 bids on the busiest of 21 lots (0.5 per place) · 19 appointed

Lots and requirements (21)Procurement structure

21 lots · no lot values published · same evaluation weights on every lot
Lot #1AirtoolsAwardedRenewal

Hire of Air tools. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the CouncilVariant bids: not allowed
Lot #2BowsersAwardedRenewal

Mobile water bowsers with pump, mobile water bowsers without a pump & bunded fuel bowser with pump. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #3BreakersAwardedRenewal

Includes screwdrivers to Breakers Steels & Consumables. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #4Compaction EquipmentAwardedRenewal

Plate compactors, vibrotampers, trench compactors, single drum vibrating, self propelled single drum roller & tandem double drum vibrating rollers. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #5CompressorsAwardedRenewal

Compressor Equipment. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #6Concrete EquipmentAwardedRenewal

Concrete Equipment. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #7Saws & GrindersAwardedRenewal

Saws & Grinders. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #8Mechanical Lifting AidsAwardedRenewal

Battery to Scissor Lifter. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #9GeneratorsAwardedRenewal

Generators. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #10General Building EquipmentAwardedRenewal

General Building Equipment - Cable Detector, Dual Grade Laser, pedestrian Walk Boards. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #11DumpersAwardedRenewal

Tracked dumpers, wheeled dumpers, mini diggers including buckets. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #12Traffic LightsAwardedRenewal

Traffic Lights. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #13PumpsAwardedRenewal

Centrifugal pumps including hoses, submersible pumps including hoses. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #14Welfare Units & ToiletsAwardedRenewal

Welfare Units & Toilets. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #15Security and FencingAwardedRenewal

Security Containers & Security Fencing. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public

Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #16Tower Lights & Portable LightsAwardedRenewal

Tower lights & Portable Lights. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #17Safety EquipmentAwardedRenewal

Safety - Confined Space Complete including Tripod Winch Harness & Gas Monitor,Individual Gas Monitor. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #18TrailersAwardedRenewal

Trailers - 1.5 ton Plant Trailers. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #19TeleportersAwardedRenewal

Teleporters. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #20ForkliftsAwardedRenewal

Forklifts. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed
Lot #21AttachmentsAwardedRenewal

Attachments for equipment - Hydraulic Compactor, Hydraulic Grab, Augers. Additional information: Economic operators maybe excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: The Framework will be for a maximum period of 48 months. The initial period of the Framework will be for 36 months from the starting date with an option to extend for up to a further 12 months subject to satisfactory operation and performance. Any periods of extension will be at the sole discretion of the Council.Variant bids: not allowed

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
How bids were scored · same split on all 21 lots
Quality: 20%Price: 80%
Published award criteria (2)
  • Quality: 20
  • Price: 80
Conditions of participation2
  • Condition of participation
    no text published
    Minimum: SPD (Scotland) Question 1.72.8 The bidder confirms they are already have or can commit to obtain, prior to the commencement of the framework agreement the following levels of insurance: Employers Liability Insurance = 10000000 GBP Public Liability Insurance = 5000000 GBP It is a …
  • Technical & professional ability

    In accordance with Regulation 59 (12), as this proposed framework agreement is divided into 21 lots, the selection criteria shall apply to each individual lot

    SPD Question 4C.10 Subcontracting

    SPD Questions 4D.1, 4D1.1 & 4D 1.2 Quality Management Procedures

    The bidder must hold a UKAS (or equivalent) accredited independent third party certificate of compliance in accordance with the

    following:

    A) ISO 9001:2008 and then BS EN ISO 9001:2015 when the standard becomes auditable.

    Or

    The bidder must have the following:

    A documented policy regarding quality management. The policy must set out responsibilities for quality management demonstrating that the bidder has, and continues to implement, a quality management policy that is authorised by their Chief Executive, or equivalent, which is periodically reviewed at a senior management level. The policy must be relevant to the nature and scale of the work to be undertaken and set out responsibilities for quality management throughout the organisation.

    SPD Questions 4D.2 , 4D2.1 & 4D 2.2 Environmental Management Standards

    B)ISO 18001 and then BS EN ISO 14001:(2015)when the standard became auditable.

    Or

    The bidder must have the following:

    A regularly reviewed documented policy regarding environmental management, authorised by the Chief Executive, or equivalent. This policy must include and describe the bidder's environmental emergency response procedures, including the preparedness and response procedures for potential accidents and emer…

What this means for your bid
  • Price carries 80 of 100 points: a 10% discount moves about 8 points. This one is won on the number: sharpen the price before polishing the prose.
  • “Hire of Small Plant & Temporary Accommodation Framework Agreement” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, up to 20 suppliers, not a single contract.

Price arithmetic assumes straight proportional scoring; the tender pack may use another formula.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record · publisher note attached
Procedure method
Open procedure
Legal basis
CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
Procurement category
Goods
Notice status
Awarded
Procurement threshold
Unspecified in notice
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Framework agreement
Who may use this agreement
Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Yes (GPA)
Recurring procurement
Yes · August 2027.
First published
11 May 2023, 16:59 BST
Last source update
10 Aug 2023, 15:09 BST
Award evaluation window
15 Jun 2023 – …
Authority reference
1001089
FTS notice number
2023/S 000-023434
Classification (CPV)
BowsersBuilding materialsChemical toiletsCompressorsDrillsDumper trucksFloodlightsForklift trucksGeneratorsGrinding machines
+13 moreHydraulic equipmentLifting and handling equipment
Delivery area
Scotland (UKM91)
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-03c81c Find a Tender
Contract terms
Electronic trading
e-invoicing allowed · electronic ordering · electronic payment
Performance terms

Details can be found within the tender documents.

Publisher note: (SC Ref:738983)

How it was run

Official notice
Appointment period ends
15 Jun 2023, 12:00 BST
Submission channel
{"written"}
Accepted languages
en
Bid validity
90 days from the deadline
Bids opened
15 Jun 2023, 12:00 BST

Timeline

15 Jun 2023 → 10 Aug 2023 · 3 dates
  1. Admission / appointment period endsperiod end, not a bid countdown
    15 Jun 2023, 12:00 BST
  2. Bids opened
    15 Jun 2023, 12:00 BST
  3. Notice published
    10 Aug 2023, 15:09 BST

Notice history

1 event · 2 releases on Find a Tender
  1. Status changed to complete
    10 Aug 2023, 15:09 BST

Commercial outcome & contract awards

Published awards, contracts and bid statistics, not a forecast
Suppliers appointed 19admitted to the panel · see the list ↓
Bids received 96 from SMEs · busiest of 21 lots
Contracts signed 20latest 17 Jul 2023

21 suppliers are admitted to this framework without individual award values or dates, see the supplier list below.

Contracts

All 20 of these contracts carry the same published figure, £3,000,000, the framework's maximum for the whole notice, not each contract's own value. They are not eleven separate sums.

  • Dumpers

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Forklifts

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Attachments

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Breakers

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Compaction Equipment

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Compressors

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Concrete Equipment

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Saws & Grinders

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Mechanical Lifting Aids

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Generators

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Airtools

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Traffic Lights

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • General Building Equipment

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Bowsers

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Pumps

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Welfare Units & Toilets

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Security and Fencing

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Tower Lights & Portable Lights

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Safety Equipment

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active
  • Trailers

    Signed
    17 Jul 2023
    Value
    ceiling above
    Status
    active

Bid statistics published by the authority

LotBidsSMEVCSEValid bid range
1 · Airtools6bids · 6 electronic · 6 from abroad4——
2 · Bowsers8bids · 7 electronic · 7 from abroad5——
3 · Breakers6bids · 6 electronic · 6 from abroad4——
4 · Compaction Equipment9bids · 9 electronic · 9 from abroad6——
5 · Compressors5bids · 5 electronic · 5 from abroad3——
6 · Concrete Equipment4bids · 4 electronic · 4 from abroad2——
7 · Saws & Grinders5bids · 5 electronic · 5 from abroad3——
8 · Mechanical Lifting Aids4bids · 4 electronic · 4 from abroad2——
9 · Generators6bids · 6 electronic · 6 from abroad3——
10 · General Building Equipment4bids · 4 electronic · 4 from abroad2——
11 · Dumpers8bids · 8 electronic · 8 from abroad6——
12 · Traffic Lights2bids · 2 electronic · 2 from abroad1——
13 · Pumps6bids · 6 electronic · 6 from abroad2——
14 · Welfare Units & Toilets6bids · 6 electronic · 6 from abroad4——
15 · Security and Fencing5bids · 5 electronic · 5 from abroad2——
16 · Tower Lights & Portable Lights7bids · 7 electronic · 7 from abroad4——
17 · Safety Equipment3bids · 3 electronic · 3 from abroad1——
18 · Trailers7bids · 7 electronic · 7 from abroad4——
19 · Teleporters8bids · 8 electronic · 8 from abroad6——
20 · Forklifts5bids · 5 electronic · 5 from abroad4——
21 · Attachments5bids · 5 electronic · 5 from abroad4——

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

Scottish Borders Council

Contracting authorityLocal CouncilRegional or local authorityGeneral public services Council HQ, Newtown St Boswells, Scotland, TD6 0SAContact name, email, phone Published organisation website ↗

Dispute resolution & review bodies

  • Jedburgh Sherriff Court and Justice of the Peace CourtReview body JedburghContact email, phone

Framework contractors & participating bidders

19 commercial parties on the notice
  • Andrews Sykes HireFramework contractor Unit 601, Axcess 10 Business Park, Bentley Road South, Wednesbury, West Midlands, WS10 8LQContact phone
  • B & W Plant Hire and Sales LtdFramework contractor B & W Plant Hire and Sales Ltd, Brandy House Brow, Sharrocks Delph, Blackburn, UK, BB2 3EYContact email, phone
  • Briggs EquipmentFramework contractor Wardpark, Wardpark South, Cumbernuald, UK, G67 3 JZContact email, phone
  • GAP GROUPFramework contractor CARRICK HOUSE, 40 CARRICK STREET, GLASGOW, Scotland, G2 8DAContact email, phone
  • GAP Group LimitedFramework contractor Blenheim Place, Dunston Industrial Estate, Gateshead, UK, NE11 9HFContact phone
  • HYDRAINER PUMP HIRE LTDFramework contractor UNIT 9 GRIGORHILL INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NAIRN, Scotland, IV12 5HXContact email, phone
  • Hire Station LimitedFramework contractor 72-75 Feeder Road, St Philips, Bristol, UK, BS2 0TQContact email, phone
  • Hireline LimitedFramework contractor Off Millerhill Road, By Dalkeith, Midlothian, Scotland, EH22 1SHContact phone
  • Jarvie Plant LimitedFramework contractor Dalgrain Road, Grangemouth, UK, FK3 8ETContact email, phone
  • LOC HIRE LTDFramework contractor 155-175 GLASGOW ROAD, BONNYBRIDGE, UK, FK4 1QYContact email, phone
Show 9 more suppliers
  • Mobile MiniFramework contractor 28 Falcon Court, Preston Farm Business Park, Stockton on Tees, North East, TS18 3TXContact email, phone
  • Mobile Mini UKFramework contractor Ravenstock House 28 Falcon Court, Preston Farm Business Park, Stockton-On-Tees, UK, TS18 3TXContact email, phone
  • Mulholland Plant Services ltdFramework contractor Polbeth industrial Estate, West Calder, Livingston, UK, EH55 8UUContact phone
  • Nixon HireFramework contractor City West Business Park, Scotswood Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK, NE4 7DFContact phone
  • SRL Traffic SystemsFramework contractor The light house, Brooks Lane, Middlewich, UK, cw10 0jgContact email, phone
  • ST BOSWELLS MOWERSFramework contractor UNIT 1, CHARLESFIELD IND EST, ST BOSWELLS, Scotland, TD6 0HHContact email, phone
  • Selwood LtdFramework contractor Bournemouth Road, Chandler's Ford,, Eastleigh, Hampshire, Eastleigh, UK, SO53 3ZLContact email, phone
  • Speedy Asset Services LimitedFramework contractor Chase House, 16 The Parks,, Newton-le-Willows, UK, WA12 0JQContact phone
  • Speedy Services ltdFramework contractor Chase House, 16 The Parks, Newton Le Willows, UK, WA12 0JQContact email, phone

Official documents & specifications

Official links; attachments are not copied

No document links were published on the notice.