The Environment Agency has gone out to tender with a framework contract for the supply of tractors worth up to £10 million.
The Agency has a requirement for 4 wheel drive tractors of a variety of sizes and associated equipment to enable it to carry out its statutory and voluntary undertakings in relation to the maintenance and operation of flood defences and river channels.
It also has a requirement for a variety of wood chippers for the same purpose. The Agency is looking to establish a sole source National Framework which will run for up to four years - initially for 2 years with an option to extend the Framework for a further 2 years
Time limit for receipt of requests for documents or for accessing documents is 15th July 2016. Click here to access the tender documentation.
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