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Award

20 Nov 2024 at 10:49

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18 Jul 2024 at 16:09

Tender

02 Jul 2024 at 14:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by APUC Limited, a central purchasing body in Stirling, sought contractors for a comprehensive Waste Management Services Framework Agreement for HE/FE institutions across Scotland. The process covered several waste streams, including general waste, recyclates, and specialised materials across various regions, and aimed to support Zero Waste Scotland initiatives. The agreement commenced on 14 October 2024, for a 24-month period with an optional extension. The award stage was completed, and contracts were signed on the same date. This procurement was managed under an open procedure compliant with the European Union's legal framework, with a total value of GBP 17,060,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the waste management sector, particularly those specialising in refuse recycling, hazardous waste, and clinical waste services. Companies like Veolia Environmental Services UK and Enva Scotland Limited, among others, have secured parts of the framework, benefiting from guaranteed contracts and the potential for substantial business growth. SMEs in the sector, considering their competitive bids and regional delivery capabilities, would find this tender aligns with their expertise and market reach. This framework encourages sustainable practices, providing an avenue for firms committed to environmental compliance and ethical standards to enhance their portfolio.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Waste Management Services (APUC)

Notice Description

The Authority was seeking Contractor(s) for Waste Management Services for all HE/FE institutions in Scotland. EFM1055 AP Waste Management Services is a tailored Framework Agreement for all institutions in Scotland to provide essential Waste Management Services. The Framework Agreement provides essential waste management services which are compliant with current and future legislation. The Framework Agreement was split in to five defined waste stream schedules for general waste & materials through to specialised waste and materials across up to five geographical regions. The agreement is for a period of 24 months with the option to extend for a further 24 months.

Lot Information

A2 - General Waste, Recyclates & Recoverables- Central, West & South of Scotland

The purpose of this lot was to provide Waste Management Services for general waste, recyclates & recoverables to all Institutions and associate members of APUC across Central, West and South of Scotland as detailed in Appendix E- List of Institutions included with the ITT documents. The aim of this lot is to assist the Scottish HE & FE sectors to reduce their overall waste volumes and to support initiatives led by Zero Waste Scotland, avoiding disposal to landfill and moving their waste streams up the waste hierarchy increasing re-use, recycling and recovery. Additional information: Economic operators may have been excluded for this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend this Framework Agreement for a further 24 months, subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institution requirements.

A3 - General Waste, Recyclates & Recoverables- Perth, Fife, Dundee & Angus

The purpose of this lot was to provide Waste Management Services for general waste, recyclates & recoverables to all Institutions and associate members of APUC across Perth, Fife, Dundee & Angus as detailed in Appendix E- List of Institutions included with the ITT documents. The aim of this lot is to assist the Scottish HE & FE sectors to reduce their overall waste volumes and to support initiatives led by Zero Waste Scotland, avoiding disposal to landfill and moving their waste streams up the waste hierarchy increasing re-use, recycling and recovery. Additional information: Economic operators may have been excluded for this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend this Framework Agreement for a further 24 months, subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institution requirements.

A4 - General Waste, Recyclates & Recoverables- Grampians: Aberdeenshire

The purpose of this lot was to provide Waste Management Services for general waste, recyclates & recoverables to all Institutions and associate members of APUC across Grampians & Aberdeenshire as detailed in Appendix E- List of Institutions included with the ITT documents. The aim of this lot is to assist the Scottish HE & FE sectors to reduce their overall waste volumes and to support initiatives led by Zero Waste Scotland, avoiding disposal to landfill and moving their waste streams up the waste hierarchy increasing re-use, recycling and recovery. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend this Framework Agreement for a further 24 months, subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institution requirements.

A5 - General Waste, Recyclates & Recoverables- North of Scotland: Highlands & Islands

The purpose of this lot was to provide Waste Management Services for general waste, recyclates & recoverab North of Scotland, Highlands and Islands as detailed in Appendix E- List of Institutions included with the ITT documents. The aim of this lot is to assist the Scottish HE & FE sectors to reduce their overall waste volumes and to support initiatives led by Zero Waste Scotland, avoiding disposal to landfill and moving their waste streams up the waste hierarchy increasing re-use, recycling and recovery. Additional information: Economic operators may have been excluded for this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend this Framework Agreement for a further 24 months, subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institution requirements.

B - WEEE & Associated Materials

The purpose of this lot was to provide Waste Management Services for WEEE & Associated Materials to all Institutions and associate members of APUC across Scotland as detailed in Appendix E- List of Institutions included with the ITT documents. The aim of this lot is to assist the Scottish HE & FE sectors to reduce their overall waste volumes and to support initiatives led by Zero Waste Scotland, avoiding disposal to landfill and moving their waste streams up the waste hierarchy increasing re-use, recycling and recovery. Additional information: Economic operators may have been excluded for this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend this Framework Agreement for a further 24 months, subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institution requirements.

C - Chemical Substances & Materials

The purpose of this lot was to provide Waste Management Services for Chemical Substances & Materials to all Institutions and associate members of APUC across Scotland as detailed in Appendix E- List of Institutions included with the ITT documents. The aim of this lot is to assist the Scottish HE & FE sectors to reduce their overall waste volumes and to support initiatives led by Zero Waste Scotland, avoiding disposal to landfill and moving their waste streams up the waste hierarchy increasing re-use, recycling and recovery. Additional information: Economic operators may have been excluded for this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend this Framework Agreement for a further 24 months, subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institution requirements.

D - Clinical & Biological Materials

The purpose of this lot was to provide Waste Management Services for Clinical & Biological Materials to all Institutions and associate members of APUC across Scotland as detailed in Appendix E- List of Institutions included with the ITT documents. The aim of this lot is to assist the Scottish HE & FE sectors to reduce their overall waste volumes and to support initiatives led by Zero Waste Scotland, avoiding disposal to landfill and moving their waste streams up the waste hierarchy increasing re-use, recycling and recovery. Additional information: Economic operators may have been excluded for this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend this Framework Agreement for a further 24 months, subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institution requirements.

E - Confidential Waste

The purpose of this lot was to provide Waste Management Services for general waste, recyclates & recoverables to all Institutions and associate members of APUC across Edinburgh, Lothians, Borders and Stirlingshire as detailed in Appendix E- List of Institutions, as issued with the Invitation to Tender. The aim of this lot was to assist the Scottish HE & FE sectors to reduce their overall waste volumes and to support initiatives led by Zero Waste Scotland, avoiding disposal to landfill and moving their waste streams up the waste hierarchy increasing re-use, recycling and recovery. Additional information: Economic operators may have been excluded for this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend this Framework Agreement for a further 24 months, subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institution requirements.

A1- General Waste, Recyclates & Recoverables- Edinburgh, Lothians, Borders & Stirlingshire

The purpose of this lot was to provide Waste Management Services for general waste, recyclates & recoverables to all Institutions and associate members of APUC across Edinburgh, Lothians, Borders and Stirlingshire as detailed in Appendix E- List of Institutions included with the ITT documents. The aim of this lot is to assist the Scottish HE & FE sectors to reduce their overall waste volumes and to support initiatives led by Zero Waste Scotland, avoiding disposal to landfill and moving their waste streams up the waste hierarchy increasing re-use, recycling and recovery. Additional information: Economic operators may have been excluded for this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend this Framework Agreement for a further 24 months, subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institution requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-047925
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037475-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

90510000 - Refuse disposal and treatment

90511000 - Refuse collection services

90511400 - Paper collecting services

90513000 - Non-hazardous refuse and waste treatment and disposal services

90514000 - Refuse recycling services

90520000 - Radioactive-, toxic-, medical- and hazardous waste services

90523000 - Toxic waste disposal services except radioactive waste and contaminated soil

90524000 - Medical waste services

90524100 - Clinical-waste collection services

90524200 - Clinical-waste disposal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£17,060,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£17,060,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
48

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
APUC Limited
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STIRLING
Postcode
FK8 2DZ
Postcode Area
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland, TLM5 North Eastern Scotland, TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, TLM6 Highlands and Islands, TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute, TLM71 Angus and Dundee City, TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife, TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian, TLM75 City of Edinburgh, TLM76 Falkirk, TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling, TLM78 West Lothian, TLM8 West Central Scotland, TLM81 East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, and Helensburgh and Lomond, TLM82 Glasgow City, TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire, TLM84 North Lanarkshire, TLM9 Southern Scotland, TLM91 Scottish Borders, TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire, TLM94 South Ayrshire, TLM95 South Lanarkshire

Local Authority
Stirling
Electoral Ward
Stirling East
Westminster Constituency
Stirling and Strathallan

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
22
Supplier Names

Avanti Environmental

Avanti Environmental Group Ltd

Biffa Waste Services

Binn Group Ltd

CCL (North) Ltd.

Change Waste Recycling

Cireco (Scotland) LLP

EIS WASTE SERVICES LTD

Enva Scotland Limited

Hamilton Waste & Recycling Ltd

NWH Group LTD

Northern Services

Paper Shredding Services

Restore Datashred Limited

SRCL Ltd T/A Stericycle

Shred Station

Shred-it Limited

Shredall SDS Group

Stone Technologies Ltd trading as Stone Group

Veolia Environmental Services UK

WEEE (SCOTLAND) LTD

WRC Recycling Ltd

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