Tender

Sewage Sludge Tankering and Cesspit Emptying Services

FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

13 Nov 2024 at 13:07

Tender Notice
Tender

16 Oct 2024 at 10:23

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Folkestone and Hythe District Council is currently in the tender stage for a contract titled "Sewage Sludge Tankering and Cesspit Emptying Services." This procurement opportunity, reference number DN747883, falls under the industry category of sewage services (CPV code 90400000) and is valued at £300,000. The services include the removal of wastewater, sewage sludge, sedimented material, and other debris from pumping stations and wastewater treatment works, along with the emptying of cesspits and disposal at registered sites. The tender is open for submissions until 29th November 2024, with the contract set to commence on 6th January 2025 and conclude on 5th January 2030. The procurement method is an open procedure above the threshold, and the opportunity is accessible via the Kent Business Portal.

This tender represents significant business development opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its suitability for these types of organisations. Companies specialising in sewage and waste management services, especially those with experience in handling sedimented materials and waste disposal, will find this contract particularly fitting. Additionally, the long-term nature of the contract provides stability and a sustained business relationship with the Folkestone and Hythe District Council, offering a steady revenue stream for the successful bidder.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sewage Sludge Tankering and Cesspit Emptying Services

Notice Description

The Council is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive services for the removal of wastewater and sewage sludge from pumping stations (WWPS) and wastewater treatment works (WWTW). The services required include the removal of sedimented material, fats, sanitary towels, wipes, and other debris. Additionally, the contractor will be responsible for emptying cesspits and disposing of the collected waste at a registered disposal site. The opportunity is available on Kent Business Portal - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/, reference number DN747883

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6025d6b8-1263-4119-8d6a-df1b1e6d8576
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90400000 - Sewage services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Jan 2025 - 5 Jan 2030 Over 5 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
FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FOLKESTONE
Postcode
CT20 2QY
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Folkestone and Hythe
Electoral Ward
Folkestone Central
Westminster Constituency
Folkestone and Hythe

Further Information

Notice Documents

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