Tesco has handed Speedy Hire an exclusive two-year deal to provide tools and equipment for its programme of store development.

Under the terms of the £12m contract, Speedy Hire will be the sole supplier of building equipment to all contractors working on new and existing Tesco stores.

“We wanted a partner that understood and could support the different phases of our new build and maintenance programme by providing advice and high-quality equipment on a national basis.” said Tesco construction buying manager Vijay Vekria.

“Speedy was appointed because they met these needs with their impressive experience supporting major projects.”

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