Published date: 19 June 2024

Closed opportunity - This means that the contract is currently closed. The buying department may be considering suppliers that have already applied, or no suitable offers were made.


Closing: 3 July 2024, 12pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Agricultural and horticultural products - 03100000

  • Tractors - 16700000

  • Tractor accessories - 34390000

Location of contract

DN21 2RJ

Value of contract

£25,001

Procurement reference

2024-Trac-June

Published date

19 June 2024

Closing date

3 July 2024

Closing time

12pm

Contract start date

4 July 2024

Contract end date

7 August 2024

Contract type

Supply contract

Procedure type

Restricted procedure (above threshold)

A two-stage procedure, where the first stage is used to select suppliers, who are then invited to bid in the second stage.

This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

No

Description

We are seeking tenders for the supply of the following as a single package:

1. 40hp tractor with cab, turf tyres, hydrostatic transmission, PTO with horsepower rating capable of powering the following implements detailed in 5 and 6 below, three-point linkage, trailer electrics and road registered.
2. Front loader, brash grabbing bucket and rear counterweight to match maximum lifting capacity of the front loader.
3. Pallet forks / tines for the front loader.
4. Two (2) tonne tipping trailer with removable galvanised mesh sides, road lights and number plate.
5. PTO driven side arm finger bar hedge trimmer, minimum 1.5m wide cutting head, with minimum 3.5m level cut height and minimum 4.5m side reach.
6. PTO driven rear mounted rotavator, minimum 1.5. working width and 8-12cm working depth.
7. Instruction / training of seven (7) operatives to employ the foregoing. Provide evidence / certification for personnel files.

The Council is not fixed about the make or model of tractor and equipment / implements but will be looking for products that require minimal maintenance, are built for longevity and have a good warranty period.

Please provide information on all warranties, service intervals and parts supply. Please supply typical costs of servicing and service items.

The Council encourages any additional value-added options within the Tender submission. These should be set out separately in the Tender.

The delivery address and location for operative instruction / training is Richmond House, Richmond Park, Morton Terrace, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2RJ.

The Tender shall be made on the headed business paper of the Tenderer / supplier, dated and signed in ink.

The Tender must be signed where the Tenderer is an individual, by that individual. Where the Tenderer is a partnership, by two duly authorised partners. Where the Tenderer is a company, by a director, such persons to be duly authorised for the purpose.

Any questions or matters of clarification regarding the tender procedure, contract documentation, specification or requests for further information should be submitted by e-mail to townclerk@gainsborough-tc.gov.uk.

Tenderers / suppliers are required to keep Tenders valid for acceptance for a period of thirty (30) days from the closing date for receipt of tenders.

Tenders shall be submitted in a plain sealed envelope / package clearly marked "Gainsborough Tractor Tender", in large bold print, by registered post, recorded delivery service to:

The Town Clerk, Gainsborough Town Council, Richmond House, Richmond Park, Morton Terrace, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2RJ.

The envelope must not bear any name or mark indicating the identity of the sender.

Tenders must be received by no later than noon on 3rd July 2024

No Tender will be considered if it is received after the date and time specified, unless the Council, at its sole discretion, extends the closing date and time specified in writing.

About the buyer

Contact name

Rachel Allbones

Address

Richmond House,Morton Terrace
GAINSBOROUGH
DN212RJ
England

Telephone

01427811573

Email

townclerk@gainsborough-tc.gov.uk

Website

https://gainsborough-tc.gov.uk/