Waste Service Mobile Plant

Essex County Council is seeking a provider for the hire, repair, and maintenance of mobile plant machinery to support its waste management infrastructure across Essex. The contract is divided into three lots: Lot 1 for four 20-tonne loading shovels at Waste Transfer Stations, Lot 2 for three 20-tonne materials handlers at Waste Transfer Stations, and Lot 3 for twelve 16-tonne materials handlers at Recycling Centres for Household Waste. The total estimated value of the contract is 4,420,000 GBP excluding VAT, with an estimated performance period of five years running from April 1, 2027, to March 31, 2032. Award decisions will be based on a weighted evaluation of 70 percent price and 30 percent quality. Bidders must maintain a compliant Health and Safety Policy and adhere to the Modern Slavery Act 2015. Insurance requirements include 5 million GBP for Employer's Liability and 10 million GBP for Public Liability. Depending on financial risk assessments, the council may require a parent company guarantee or performance bond. Tenders must be submitted in English via the Open portal by October 27, 2026, at 12:00pm.