Tender

Distribution of food waste containers and caddies

EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL

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05 Feb 2025 at 16:54

Summary of the contracting process

East Suffolk Council is seeking a local specialist distributor to deliver 125,000 23-litre food waste containers and 125,000 5-litre food waste caddies to approximately 125,000 households throughout East Suffolk. This procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with the deadline for submissions on 21st March 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 1st November 2025 and conclude by 31st March 2026. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Transport services (excl. Waste transport)" and additional classification of "Hire of goods-transport vehicles with driver." This open procedure (above threshold) aims to prepare for the commencement of food waste collections by the specified deadline.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs, specialising in distribution or transport services to secure a sizable contract and enhance their portfolio. The successful provider will need to demonstrate capabilities in timely, large-scale distribution and effectively managing logistics. Companies experienced in handling similar jobs or those looking to expand their service offerings within the public sector will find this contract appealing. Given the contract's focus on service provision to a substantial number of households, businesses with a robust operational infrastructure and the ability to meet stringent deadlines will be well-suited to compete.

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Notice Title

Distribution of food waste containers and caddies

Notice Description

East Suffolk Council are looking to appoint a local specialist distributor to deliver 125,000 23 litre food waste containers and 125,000 5 litre food waste caddies to c.125,000 households throughout East Suffolk. This work needs to be completed by 31st March 2026, in preparation for the requirement to commence food waste collections. Further details are included in Section C: Specification. Additional information: The tender documentation is free to access on the following link. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/eastsuffolk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f07c7a9-7be1-4709-a854-52a6c60e89d1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

60180000 - Hire of goods-transport vehicles with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WOODBRIDGE
Postcode
IP12 1RT
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Melton
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Further Information

Notice Documents

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