Planning

Market Engagement - Wood Waste Disposal Services

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

19 Aug 2025 at 07:35

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

19 Aug 2025 at 07:31

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The current procurement process initiated by Kent County Council, which operates as the buying organisation, pertains to the "Market Engagement - Wood Waste Disposal Services." This engagement aims to explore the capacity for future wood waste disposal services, with Kent's existing contract expiring on 14th November 2026. This procurement falls under the industry category of wood waste and is specifically located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The process is in the planning stage, with a key engagement end date set for 9th September 2025. Businesses interested in participating are encouraged to engage through the Kent Business Portal to access the Market Engagement Questionnaire.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in waste management services, particularly those able to handle wood waste. Ideal candidates are those with established waste processing facilities and necessary permits, including advanced weighing systems and solid contingency plans to ensure service continuity. The procurement process invites participation from SMEs, making it a favourable opportunity for small and medium enterprises to expand their operations and enter into a strategic partnership with a prominent public authority like Kent County Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Market Engagement - Wood Waste Disposal Services

Notice Description

** THIS NOTICE IS FOR MARKET ENGAGEMENT PURPOSES ONLY ** Kent County Council (KCC) has a statutory duty as a Waste Disposal Authority (WDA) for the processing/disposal of Kent's household waste, which include the disposal of wood waste deposited by members of the public at Kent's Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs). The Kent County Council (KCC) wishes to engage with suppliers regarding capacity in the market to provide future Wood Waste Disposal Services. KCC's existing contract for these services is due to expire on 14th November 2026. The total tonnage of wood waste processed for the 24/25 financial period was in the region of 25,000 tonnes. Minimum Requirements The supplier will be required to have in place: * A waste processing facility with appropriate permitting and planning permissions. * A facility which can manage the processing of all wood waste. * An appropriate method of weighing-in materials (preferably an electronic weighbridge) to provide the council with the appropriate management information (including weigh-loader transaction listings); and * robust service contingency plans to ensure continuity of services in the event of plant failure, etc. Please register on the Kent Business Portal to access the Market Engagement Questionnaire.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e68ddad4-936d-469b-a393-fc4599cb4e08
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52344d39-d8d8-45ac-882f-fc1127146a7e
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

CPV Codes

03416000 - Wood waste

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
9 Sep 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
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

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