Framework for the Supply of Operated and Self-Operated Plant Hire

Dorset Council

Published: Jun 16, 2026

Updated: Jun 20, 2026

Source: uk_fts

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the governance and public administration sector, with a focus on Rehabilitation and environmental impact assessment. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 13.5 million.

Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the governance and public administration sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This is an advance notice — the formal tender is expected to be published shortly. Interested parties can use this time to prepare documentation and identify potential partners.

Description

Dorset Council is to set up a Framework Agreement to cover the provision of Operated and self-operated plant hire to support highway maintenance works. This Framework relates to the provision of these services to Dorset Council only.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on June 16, 2026. Last refreshed 3 days ago. Reference: 056696-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Dorset Council

Dorset Council has issued 39 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 13 currently open and 19 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Construction & Civil Works, and Governance & Public Administration. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: June 16, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 056696-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Dorset Council in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Governance & Public Administration sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is £13,500,000 - £13,500,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.