Planning

Commercial waste & recycling service opportunity

LICHFIELD DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

19 Feb 2025 at 15:08

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

18 Feb 2025 at 14:30

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Lichfield District Council is in the planning stage of a tender for a "Commercial waste & recycling service opportunity" in the West Midlands, UK. This procurement, classified under CPV code 90500000 for refuse and waste-related services, offers a significant opportunity for suppliers to engage with the council's established customer base of over 800 businesses and organisations. The engagement end date is set for 18th March 2025, and interested parties are encouraged to contact the council’s procurement team for further information.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the waste management sector. Companies can leverage the established customer base and strategic location to introduce commercial food waste collection services and expand recycling options, catering to local business needs. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited for this tender, which offers potential for long-term contracts and sustained revenue streams. Ensuring compliance with Lichfield District Council’s procurement contact protocols will be vital for all interested contenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Commercial waste & recycling service opportunity

Notice Description

Commercial waste & recycling service opportunity in Lichfield District We are offering an excellent opportunity for commercial waste service providers to acquire an established customer base in Lichfield District, an economically thriving area with city centre and business park opportunities. Overview * Established customer base: Immediate access to over 800 local businesses and organisations that rely on our trade waste and recycling collection services. * Customer location: Customers across Lichfield District and border areas including Tamworth Borough. * Expansion potential: Significant untapped demand for a commercial food waste and enhanced trade waste management offering. * Strategic location: Lichfield District is a growing area with a strong business community and great links to Birmingham, Walsall, Derbyshire and the north of Staffordshire, making it a perfect spot for scaling operations and capturing additional market share. The growth potential * Upsell opportunities: Introduce a commercial food waste collection service to our customer base. * Cross-sell services: Expand your portfolio of recycling options and offer bespoke waste management plans to meet local business needs. * Long-term contracts: Build on our well-established customer relationships and secure long-term contracts for ongoing revenue. For more information please contact Procurement@lichfielddc.gov.uk ONLY. Please do not make contact with any other department at the Council at this stage.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5aa312ef-7c6d-41f7-af1a-4219ac440b76
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3b09ec6-484a-498a-9147-6afcad4fc02e
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Mar 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LICHFIELD DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LICHFIELD
Postcode
WS13 6YX
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Lichfield
Electoral Ward
Stowe
Westminster Constituency
Lichfield

Further Information

Notice Documents

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