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ScopeAdvicePoints of attentionSuitability requirementsAward criteriaTimeline
Type
Supplies
44113100 · Paving materials
Estimated value
€ 500K
estimated
To deadline
Ongoing
Knock-outs
0
exclusion grounds
Award basis
Best price-quality ratio
1 criteria
Assess manuallyconfidence high
This EU procurement concerns a framework agreement for the delivery of various manhole covers and manhole frames for the Municipality of Arnhem. The contract is awarded on the basis of the lowest price for an expected value of up to 500,000 euros over a maximum period of four years.
Supplies · Open · European procedure
EuropeanComplete timeline
CharacteristicsCPV 44SuppliesEU tendermanhole covermanhole framelogo
01What is being requested
Delivery of manhole covers with Arnhem municipality logo, round manhole frames, square manhole frames (various heights) and the collection of old manhole frames with cover. The framework agreement has a term of 1 June 2026 up to and including 31 May 2028, with the possibility of two one-year extensions. The expected total value is €500,000.00 excluding VAT, with a possibility to scale up to €1,000,000.00 excluding VAT.
The works mainly consist of:1. Delivery of manhole cover with Arnhem municipality logo;2. Delivery of round manhole frame;3. Delivery of square manhole frame, height minimum 160 mm, maximum 170 mm;4. Delivery of square manhole frame, height minimum 220 mm, maximum 240 mm;5. Collection of old manhole frame with cover.
1Manhole covers 2026€500,000
02Outcome
Awarded
Nering Bögel B.V.
Award value
€1,000,000
vs. estimate
+100%
Bidders
2
03Strategic insight
Strategic insight · AI analysis
<ul Focus on extremely competitive pricing, as the award is based solely on the lowest price and there is no room for qualitative or sustainable differentiating factors. Ensure a conclusive reference that exactly meets the minimum annual turnover of €75,000.00 for the delivery of concrete or cast iron manhole covers. Check the completeness of the UEA and the required declarations (Russian involvement and reliance on third parties) to prevent exclusion due to formal requirements.
04Points of attention
Important · 6
The award takes place on the basis of the lowest price.Important
Bids submitted after the deadline will not be processed.Important
It is not permitted to contact employees of the municipality or external advisors during the procedure.Important
Variants from the bidder are not permitted.Important
Bidders must complete the Declaration regarding Russian involvement truthfully.Important
In the case of a partnership, every participant must complete their own UEA.Important
05Can I take part?
Professional capability · 1
The bidder must demonstrate that they are registered in the professional or commercial register or a similar register in their country of origin in accordance with the requirements of the law.Professional capability
Technical · 2
Competence: Delivery of manhole covers. The bidder must provide a reference of one assignment regarding the call-off and delivery as needed of concrete/cast iron manhole covers. The scope of the assignment (the invoiced amount) was at least €75,000.00 excluding VAT on an annual basis.Technical
Reference projects must have been completed in the period of a maximum of 5 years prior to the date of submission of the bid.Technical
06Exclusion grounds
Exclusion grounds — consult the ESPD
- No specific exclusion grounds were extracted. In a European tender, the mandatory and discretionary grounds of art. 2.86/2.87 of the Dutch Procurement Act almost always apply — check the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD).
07Award criteria
Lowest priceweight n/a
The contract is awarded on the basis of the most economically advantageous tender, more specifically on the basis of the 'lowest price'.
08Process & timeline
Publication of announcement
Di. 3 maart 2026
Deadline for submitting questions 1st NvI
Ma. 16 maart 2026; vóór 10.00 uur
Publication of Note of Instructions 1st NvI
Do. 19 maart 2026
Deadline for submitting questions 2nd NvI
Do. 26 maart 2026, vóór 10:00 uur
Publication of Note of Instructions 2nd
Do. 2 april 2026
Deadline for submitting bid
Do. 16 april 2026; vóór 10.00 uur
Intention to award
Woe. 29 april 2026
Objection period (20 days)
t/m 19 mei 2026
Final award
Woe. 20 mei 2026
09Value in context
€500,000
10Bidders in this segment
#Likely bidderFitWins
1Isero B.V.SME7411×
2Technische Unie B.V.SME729×
3MBI BVSME662×
4Maasmond B.V.SME632×
5Bus' Handelmaatschappij B.V.SME623×
6Otolift Trapliften B.V.SME6033×
11Tender documents
TN574610 - EF16 Aankondiging van een opdracht - algemene richtlijn, standaardregeling 20260303113812pdfMar 4, 2026 · 198 KB
Bijlage 9 - Prijzenblad 1v0xlsxMar 4, 2026 · 49 KB
Bijlage 5 Holding(403)verklaringdocxMar 4, 2026 · 42 KB
Bijlage 6 Inschrijvingsformulier Referentieprojecten GeschiktheidseisendocxMar 4, 2026 · 45 KB
Bijlage 3 Aanmeldingsformulier Verklaring omtrent Russische betrokkenheiddocxMar 4, 2026 · 74 KB
Bijlage 4 Verklaring Beroep op DerdendocxMar 4, 2026 · 29 KB
Bijlage 7 2023.04.15_PutdekselpdfMar 4, 2026 · 218 KB
Bijlage 8 Bestek PVEpdfMar 4, 2026 · 253 KB
Bijlage 2 - Uniform Europees AanbestedingsdocumentpdfMar 4, 2026 · 572 KB
Aanbestedingsleidraad Raamovereenkomst Putdeksels 1v0pdfMar 4, 2026 · 418 KB
Bijlage 1 Format NvIdocxMar 4, 2026 · 90 KB
Bijlage 10 Raamovereenkomst Putdeksels 1v0pdfMar 4, 2026 · 153 KB
12Legal themes that may be relevant here
Advies 53> Europese openbare procedure voor een overheidsopdracht tot het verrichten van diensten bestaande uit (dagelijks en periodiek) scAdvies 63> Meervoudig onderhandse aanbesteding voor het reinigen van wegen, straten en pleinen. Kan bij gunning op laagste prijs de indieniAdvies 442> Europese openbare procedure voor een overheidsopdracht voor werken voor het ontwerpen en uitvoeren van integraal groot onderhoudComplaint upheldAdvies 98> Europese openbare aanbestedingsprocedure voor een raamovereenkomst met één ondernemer voor het vervangen van armaturen (straatveAdvies 48> Europese niet-openbare procedure voor werktuigkundige en elektrotechnische installaties van de nieuwbouw van een multifunctionel
13Frequently asked questions
What does the contract for the delivery of manhole covers and manhole frames entail?
The contract includes the delivery of manhole covers provided with the logo of the Municipality of Arnhem, round manhole frames, two types of square manhole frames (heights between 160-170 mm and 220-240 mm) and the collection of old manhole frames including the cover.
Which selection requirements and suitability criteria apply?
Bidders must provide proof of previous delivery of similar paving materials or manhole covers, by means of a reference project or a sequence of previous assignments. Additionally, all EU standards for safety and environment must be met.
Are there specific financial requirements such as turnover or bank guarantee requirements?
No, there are no turnover requirements or requirements for a bank guarantee set for this contract.
Which documents are mandatory for the submission of the bid?
All EU procurement documents must be submitted, including the Uniform European Procurement Document (UEA) and a Russian involvement declaration.
Automatically compiled from the official tender data and documents.
14Estimated value versus the market
p25
€ 393K
€ 393K
median
€ 1,0 mln
€ 1,0 mln
p75
€ 5,0 mln
€ 5,0 mln
€ 500K
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