Tender

Bulky Waste Collection and Disposal

LOWESTOFT TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

10 Feb 2025 at 09:50

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Lowestoft Town Council is initiating an open procurement process for the "Bulky Waste Collection and Disposal" contract, which falls under the refuse and waste related services industry category (CPV code 90500000). The contract will cover the East of England and requires services starting from 1 April 2025 for a period of one year, with the possibility of extension. Key deadlines include the submission of tenders by 3 March 2025. The contract is valued at £27,000 per annum, with a specific budget set by the council. This procurement is currently in the tender stage and follows an open procedure (above threshold). Interested parties should contact Sarah Foote, Acting Town Clerk, for more information.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the waste management and environmental services sectors, particularly those that specialise in recycling and reusing materials. The contract is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide cost-effective and environmentally positive solutions. Companies with relevant qualifications, insurances, and a proven track record in compliance with general data protection regulations and waste management standards will have a competitive edge. This contract will allow businesses to expand their service offerings and strengthen their credentials in sustainability and community support initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bulky Waste Collection and Disposal

Notice Description

1.Summary LTC is offering a contract for one year with possible extension for: *Collection of bulky waste items such as sofas, fridges, outdoor play equipment from households who cannot access or finance the paid for collection service provided by the refuse authority with the intention to improve the street scene and restore pride in the town. Any work undertaken for LTC must respect the context of our declaration of a Climate and Ecological Emergency and our desire to be environmentally positive including recycling and reusing materials where possible. 2.Specification Any quotations should cover the following services: *A telephone booking system for residents to request a collection. *Whilst not exclusively, the scheme is being offered to help those who may not be able to afford the fees usually chargeable to the collection and disposal of bulky waste items. The contractor will need to monitor any abuses of the system and provide an indication of how they would assist in the service being delivered to those most in need. *Monitoring of the number calls and booking requests into a totally weekly maximum number of collections (to be specified by the employer). *Receiving a detailed instruction of the item(s) to be collected and that corresponding paperwork ensures that only the pre-arranged items are collected. *How relevant general data protection regulations requirements will be adhered to *Collecting, recycling or disposing of collected items. All charges by waste disposal authorities such as Suffolk County Council's Recycling Centre at Hadenham Road must be met by the contractor. *Certification of waste being collected and disposed of. *Display of the LTC logo when acting on behalf of the council. 3.Period A contract commencing 1 April 2025. 4.Restrictions The Council has a set budget for this contract. Contractors should provide their costs per item collected. The contract value will not exceed PS27,000 per annum. 5.Conditions Any conditions should be stated including any relating to: *Any insurance requirements on LTC *Any requirements for LTC to provide additional data 6.LTC variations and termination Please state how would you deal with requests for variations e.g. changes such as increases/decreases in the number of collections. Include any known costs and notice periods. 7.Contractor variations and termination Please state how would you deal with any changes in your service. Include any known costs and notice periods. 8.Compliance Please specify: *Waste Carrier Registration number *All relevant insurances, risk assessments and method statements *Relevant qualifications and memberships of professional organisations. *Any British Standards to which you work. *Any environmental and sustainability credentials Contact details Sarah Foote, Acting Town Clerk Lowestoft Town Council, Hamilton House, Battery Green Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR32 1DE 0330 053 6019 admin@lowestofttowncouncil.gov.uk www.lowestofttowncouncil.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c9d95c3-79c8-415a-8da8-661dfd117baa
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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£27,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
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
LOWESTOFT TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOWESTOFT
Postcode
NR32 1DE
Post Town
Norwich
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
Harbour & Normanston
Westminster Constituency
Lowestoft

Further Information

Notice Documents

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