Non-Operated Plant Hire Services Framework
The North Yorkshire Council · Local authority
In brief
The North Yorkshire Council awarded this contract to GAP Group Limited, Sunbelt Rentals Limited and Skipton Hire Centre Limited and 1 others on 23 July 2026.
It is a framework worth up to £2,678,000 excluding VAT: the most the buyer expects to spend across all suppliers, not one contract.
It is split into 5 lots, so a supplier can bid for part of the work.
The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.
What the notice says
Lots
| Lot | Trade | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 – Plant 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2028 What this lot coversThe hire of non-operated plant and attachments to support highway maintenance operations across North Yorkshire. Equipment includes air compressors, compaction rollers, dumpers and attachments. All equipment must meet maximum vibration ratings of 5 m/s² and noise ratings of 85 dB(A). Suppliers must provide both planned hire and 24/7 emergency response capability, with replacement or breakdown response within 2 hours or by the start of the next working day, whichever is sooner. | — | — |
| Lot 2 – Tools 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2028 What this lot coversThe hire of tools and small powered equipment to support highway maintenance operations across North Yorkshire. Equipment includes petrol-powered and hydraulic breakers (minimum 20kg), hydraulic power packs and associated tools. All equipment must meet maximum vibration and noise standards. Suppliers must provide both planned hire and 24/7 emergency response, with replacement within 4 hours or by the start of the next working day, whichever is sooner. | — | — |
| Lot 3 – Welfare Units 1 August 2026 to 31 August 2028 What this lot coversThe hire of portable toilets, mobile welfare units and van-based welfare units for use at NYH depots and highway maintenance sites across North Yorkshire. Weekly servicing is required, including emptying and cleansing, waste disposal, and supply and replenishment of chemicals, water and cleaning materials. | — | — |
| Lot 4 – Telehandlers 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2028 What this lot coversThe hire of self-propelled telehandlers with a maximum reach of 7 metres and minimum lift capacity of 3.1 tonnes, unless otherwise specified. All machines must comply with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER) and be supplied with a valid certificate of thorough examination. Emergency replacement is required within 2 hours. | — | — |
| Lot 5 – Servicing & Maintenance of NYH Owned Equipment 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2028 What this lot coversThe maintenance, servicing, repair and recalibration of all NYH-owned plant and equipment across North Yorkshire. The supplier is responsible for provision of all required parts and materials and must ensure equipment remains in a safe, fully operational condition at all times. Response to breakdown or service requests is required within 4 hours or by the start of the next working day, whichever is sooner. | — | — |
Who won
| Winner | Lot | Value | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| GAP Group Limited Sunbelt Rentals Limited Skipton Hire Centre Limited (SME) 4 bids received | Lot 1 – Plant | £850,092 | Awarded 23 July 2026 |
| GAP Group Limited Sunbelt Rentals Limited Skipton Hire Centre Limited (SME) 3 bids received | Lot 2 – Tools | £1,100,717 | Awarded 23 July 2026 |
| GAP Group Limited Skipton Hire Centre Limited (SME) 2 bids received | Lot 4 – Telehandlers | £829,469 | Awarded 23 July 2026 |
| GAP Group Limited Sunbelt Rentals Limited Addplant Ltd (SME) Skipton Hire Centre Limited (SME) 4 bids received | Lot 3 – Welfare Units | £108,812 | Awarded 23 July 2026 |
| Skipton Hire Centre Limited (SME) 1 bid received | Lot 5 – Servicing & Maintenance of NYH Owned Equipment | £80,127 | Awarded 23 July 2026 |
Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.
Timeline
- Tender notice · UK4, notice 033850-2026
- Tender notice · UK4, notice 042011-2026
- Contract award notice · UK6, notice 080663-2026
About the buyer
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From notice 033850-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 14 April 2026, last updated 25 August 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.