Tender

CBC-1889-T-TS Sundon Landfill - Maintenance of Closed Landfill Sites - 2 Lots

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

21 Jan 2026 at 15:35

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking bids for the maintenance of closed landfill sites, particularly focusing on Sundon Landfill, with the project split into two lots. This procurement is in the services category, specifically landfill management services, and involves treatment and disposal of waste. The procedure is open, indicating a transparent and competitive bidding process, with relevant documents and clarifications provided on the In-tend portal. Key dates include a tender deadline on 16th February 2026 at 12:00 noon, and the anticipated contract commencement on 1st April 2026. It is vital for interested parties to ensure they adhere to guidelines and deadlines, and all correspondence will be managed through the portal.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for companies specialising in waste management and disposal services. Given the scope covering the treatment, disposal, and comprehensive management of landfill sites, businesses experienced in environmental services or having capabilities in refuse treatment would be well-positioned to participate. As the council is active in supporting and engaging suppliers through the tendering process, businesses have the prospect to establish a working relationship with a major public sector body. While the procurement does not explicitly cater to SMEs or VCSEs, any suitably qualified enterprise could benefit from this long-term contract, lasting until 31st March 2029, and gain valuable experience with a local governmental entity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CBC-1889-T-TS Sundon Landfill - Maintenance of Closed Landfill Sites - 2 Lots

Notice Description

Maintenance of Closed Landfill Site - Sundon Landfill - 2 Lots Please read and follow the information and guidance supplied below and within the Tender documents, this will help with your tender submission. Word count limits apply, any information going over will not be considered. Respond to ALL questions. Additional documents or information not required will be disregarded. Please note timeline with regards to questions and submission dates. All communications, correspondences and clarifications must be sent via the In-tend portal. Do not contact the Service area for information, please use the correspondence facility Regularly view the Clarification tab for updates or responses to questions received by bidders. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all bidders (if not Private and Confidential), this to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. Avoid uploading your return just prior to closing deadline as you may incur IT issues and we will not accept Tender Returns via e-mail. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification on, please contact the Procurement lead using the correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Opting In To inform us of your decision to participate and to be able to submit a tender you will be required to Opt In. Opting In will confirm to us of your involvement and your intention to submit a tender return. Opting Out Will confirm that you are no longer interested in submitting a tender return. You will be able to provide a reason as to your decision if you wish. This will cease any system-generated communications. You will be able to opt back in at any point. Target contract commencement date: 1st April 2026 Contract term: Please refer to tender documents Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93cafa42-bd9d-49d7-9ec5-8a19f84072ba
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

90510000 - Refuse disposal and treatment

90513500 - Treatment and disposal of foul liquids

90531000 - Landfill management services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 20266 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Tina Sanders
Contact Email
tina.sanders@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07393 782811

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFORD
Postcode
SG17 5TQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Shefford
Westminster Constituency
Hitchin

Further Information

Notice Documents

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