Mast Hire DPS
Framework Description
London and Quadrant Housing Trust's Mast Hire DPS is a dynamic purchasing system for hiring masts for L&Q. It runs until 21 February 2029 and accepts new suppliers throughout, so hire firms can apply whenever they meet the selection criteria. Applications and competitions are managed through L&Q's supply chain management portal on In-tend, giving hire firms a direct route into a large housing provider.
Context & Use Case
L&Q uses the DPS to hire masts as its projects need them, competing each requirement among admitted hire companies rather than tendering every time. Because the DPS stays open, L&Q can add hire firms with the right equipment, coverage or availability whenever demand on its housing and construction work changes during the term.
Scope of Services
Mast hire for London and Quadrant Housing Trust Supplier admission through L&Q's selection process Competitions among admitted hire suppliers as requirements arise
Lots
See framework link
Who Can Apply
Plant and access equipment hire companies that supply masts. As a DPS, it is open to new applicants at any time before 21 February 2029, provided they meet the selection criteria.
Buyer Benefits
A DPS lets L&Q compare hire rates and availability from several suppliers on each requirement, instead of relying on one hire firm. Keeping the DPS open means new hire companies can join if they offer better coverage or prices. It also gives L&Q a compliant route for repeat hire without a full tender each time.
Next Steps
Register on L&Q's In-tend supply chain management portal, search for the Mast Hire DPS and complete the selection documents. Prepare details of your fleet, servicing and inspection regime, operator training, delivery coverage and insurance, then apply. Keep your documents current after admission, and respond to each competition promptly.
How Athena Can Help
Equipment hire firms rarely have time for procurement paperwork. Athena's framework registration service completes your L&Q application and checks it so you are admitted first time.
Our hire rate pricing advice helps you quote competitively on each competition, and our bid audit service identifies other housing and construction DPSs where your fleet could win work. Our team can also review your first competition responses for gaps, so you can see where marks are being lost.
