901_24 Supply of Binder, Storage Tanks and Spray Tankers

Tender description

ESPO, on behalf of Leicestershire County Council (LCC), is seeking to renew its Supply of Binder, Storage Tanks and Spray Tankers framework, to assist with the undertaking of surface dressing works during the spring/summer season. The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period. Requirements (applicable throughout the duration of the framework): • To be a member of The Road Emulsion Association. • To be a member of The Road Surface Treatments Association. • To hold and maintain a relevant third party Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP) based Health and Safety accreditation, for example Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme (CHAS) or equivalent. • To hold and maintain a relevant third party fleet operating accreditation, for example Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) or equivalent. ESPO shall monitor the financial stability of the awarded Supplier during the period of the Framework Agreement by reference to credit ratings agency reports. ESPO shall obtain a credit score for the Supplier on or before the Framework start date as a base score and where a significant change in the credit score is identified over the life of the Framework Agreement, ESPO reserves the right to investigate the reasons for this significant change and at its discretion, take appropriate action in liaison with Leicestershire County Council.