Tender

Provision of doorstep collection service for small electricals & textiles A1216

SWALE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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11 Feb 2025 at 10:44

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11 Feb 2025 at 10:33

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Summary of the contracting process

Swale Borough Council is inviting expressions of interest (EOI) for the provision of a doorstep collection service for small electrical items (WEEE) and textiles, as outlined in tender SWALE001-DN763030-55875531. The service involves collecting items from properties within the borough of Swale, England, at no cost to residents. This opportunity falls under the industry categories "Software package and information systems" (CPV: 48000000) and "Refuse recycling services" (CPV: 90514000). The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an open procedure below the threshold, and the deadline for submitting EOIs is 25 February 2025 at 12:00 Noon. The contract is set to commence on 1 July 2025 and will run until 30 June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in waste management and recycling services. It is particularly suited for experienced operators capable of handling collections and sorting of electrical and textile waste, whilst also providing an online booking service. Suitable companies must comply with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations 2013 and be licensed waste carriers. This contract can foster business growth by expanding service offerings to include other recyclable items such as toys and books. SMEs are encouraged to apply, given the suitability criteria set by Swale Borough Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of doorstep collection service for small electricals & textiles A1216

Notice Description

Swale Borough Council is seeking expressions of interest (EOI) from organisations / parties to collect small electricals (WEEE) and textiles from properties in the borough. This is to be at no charge to the resident and the Council will not be funding the service. The organisation is to cover the costs of collections and sorting. The Council is seeking an experienced operator who can provide an online booking service for all properties within the borough of Swale. Collections to be booked online by residents who are then given a collection day. Residents then either place the bagged or boxed items outside (in a dry area) on the day of collection, or the crew will door knock and collect the item from the resident directly. Items collected are then to be re-homed or re-used but all elements are to be recycled. Organisations can include other items in these collection arrangements such as toys or books. The successful organisations / party must operate in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations 2013 and be registered as a licensed waste carrier. Please submit your EOI by Tuesday 25 February, 12 Noon via the Procontract Portal or by email to: tenders@swale.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a0dc609c-f6f8-447a-b393-998f1569ee3f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbeab821-014b-4f70-bab7-034eaebacd75
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

90514000 - Refuse recycling services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 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
SWALE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SITTINGBOURNE
Postcode
ME10 3HT
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway
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
Swale
Electoral Ward
Roman
Westminster Constituency
Sittingbourne and Sheppey

Further Information

Notice Documents

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