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Summary of the contracting process

The tender process for the "T1167 - General Waste and Recycling (Mini Competition - LUPC)" has been completed, with the University of Essex serving as the buying organisation. The tender focuses on refuse and waste-related services under the "Framework Agreement - Waste Management Services (Sustainable) EFM5076 - LUPC", specifically overseeing waste collection and recycling at the University of Essex's Colchester and Loughton Campuses. The procurement primarily targets services within the United Kingdom. The procurement method was selective, realised through a call-off from a framework agreement, with contract commencement slated for 28th August 2026, extending until 27th August 2031. The tender was valued at £650,000, as updated in the latest information dated 20th May 2026.

This opportunity provides avenues for growth in waste management services, especially for businesses with capabilities in sustainable waste solutions. Despite the contract being awarded to BIFFA WASTE SERVICES LTD, businesses specialising in refuse and recycling could find similar future opportunities through comprehensive framework agreements like this. Companies with proficiency in handling various waste streams, including general waste and recycling, and those with a robust infrastructure for service delivery within the specified location are well-suited to participate in such tenders. While this tender did not specify an inclination towards SMEs or VCSEs, it highlights significant prospects for large-scale firms looking to expand within the public sector's waste management domain.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

T1167 - General Waste and Recycling (Mini Competition - LUPC)

Notice Description

Framework Agreement - Waste Management Services (Sustainable) EFM5076 - LUPC Lot 1: Total Waste Management Mini Competition The Contractor shall carry out waste collection and recycling services at the University of Essex, Colchester and Loughton Campuses. The University has several waste streams including general waste, dry mixed recycling, glass and food.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f803250c-f3e2-41d3-bc72-9e7315254ac7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb452041-bd51-4e04-8b1d-c0b244aa828b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£650,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£650,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20263 months ago
Contract Period
28 Aug 2026 - 27 Aug 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO4 3SQ
Postcode Area
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
Wivenhoe
Westminster Constituency
Harwich and North Essex

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Biffa Waste Services Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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