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GB-Colchester: 0445 - Clear Plastic Refuse Sacks - Annual Order 2026

COLCHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL

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16 Jan 2026 at 12:40

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Summary of the contracting process

Colchester Borough Council is the buying organisation for the contract titled "GB-Colchester: 0445 - Clear Plastic Refuse Sacks - Annual Order 2026" in the goods category, specifically dealing with polythene waste and refuse sacks and bags. The procurement process is in the award stage, with Imperial Polythene Products Ltd as the supplier. The contract, valued at £162,550, covers the East of England region, with the performance period running from 15th January 2026 to 31st March 2027. The procurement method details were not specified, and the tendering period ended on 12th December 2025, followed by the award being published on 16th January 2026.

This contract presents growth opportunities for suppliers in the manufacturing of refuse sacks, particularly those experienced with polythene products. Although the winning company in this instance is an SME, suitability is not limited to SMEs or voluntary, community, and social enterprises. Suppliers with the capacity to manage substantial orders and deliver to the East of England stand to benefit from similar opportunities in future tenders, enhancing their portfolio and expanding their market presence. Businesses involved in the supply of environmental products or looking to extend their customer base with public sector clients might find this sector particularly appealing.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Colchester: 0445 - Clear Plastic Refuse Sacks - Annual Order 2026

Notice Description

Clear Plastic Refuse Sacks

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4478c3ee-93d0-4c27-a8ea-5aa8db74c5e6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b4a3f41-ab6e-434a-ac33-2cf6ac56a0ef
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials

CPV Codes

19640000 - Polythene waste and refuse sacks and bags

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£162,550 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£162,550 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COLCHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO3 3WG
Post Town
Colchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Colchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IMPERIAL POLYTHENE PRODUCTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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