FURTHER-COMPETITION FOR THE PROVISION OF SUPPLY, DELIVERY AND RECYCLING OF WHEELED BINS AND ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS TO SUPPORT WASTE COLLECTION SERVICE

UBICO Limited

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Summary of the contracting process

Ubico Ltd commissioned a further competition for refuse and recycling products and related services to support its waste collection operations. The scope spans wheeled plastic and steel bins, food-waste caddies and liners, recycling boxes, sacks, food-waste disposal units and bin housing. It also includes household distribution and collection, recycling, bin refurbishment and end-of-life buy-back, alongside a category for other refuse and recycling products. Products and services were intended for delivery across the UK, including individual households; some earlier lots covered Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and the Bristol and Bath area. The competition was run through YPO’s Refuse and Recycling Products framework, with suppliers invited from relevant framework lots. The main work is the supply and distribution of waste containers and associated recycling products.

The competition has been awarded and contracts are active. The process used a restricted further competition under an existing framework, with quality, delivery and customer service, social value and sustainability, and cost considered for most lots; cost carried 40% and each of the three other criteria 20%. The stated competition value was £500 million. Framework contracts were signed on 20 March 2025, with the contract period running from 1 February 2025 to 31 January 2029 and a possible renewal after three and a half years. Separate awards for two-wheeled bins and four-wheeled bins went to IPL Global and ESE World Ltd respectively; each contract is valued at £500,000 and was signed on 30 September 2026. Other lots cover caddies, liners, steel bins, household distribution and collection, refurbishment and end-of-life recovery, with multiple suppliers appointed to several lots.

This is evidence of demand from Ubico for a broad range of waste and recycling products, with supply routes spanning products, household logistics, repair and recycling. Suppliers competing for similar work would need to match the relevant product range and demonstrate dependable delivery and customer service, alongside quality, social value and sustainability. For plastic wheeled bins, the specification calls for high-density injection-moulded polyethylene, UV stabilisation and a ten-year guarantee; household delivery and collection capability may also be required across urban and rural locations. Distribution and end-of-life services require operational reach to individual properties. The framework also shows demand for steel bins, sacks, caddies, recycling containers, refurbishment and take-back. Suppliers specialising in these areas, including smaller firms, were appointed, while product makers and service providers competed across separate lots.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FURTHER-COMPETITION FOR THE PROVISION OF SUPPLY, DELIVERY AND RECYCLING OF WHEELED BINS AND ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS TO SUPPORT WASTE COLLECTION SERVICE

Notice Description

1.1.Ubico Ltd are conducting a Further-competition for the provision of supply, delivery and recycling of wheeled bins and associated products to support waste collection services. 1.2.This Further-Competition is issued in relation to the Refuse and Recycling Products Framework Agreement, procured by YPO in compliance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This Further-Competition will involve inviting Tenders from all Suppliers who were successfully awarded onto Lot 3 and Lot 4.

Lot Information

YPO Lot 3 - Two-Wheeled Bins

Supply of two-wheeled bins in various capacities, including associated accessories and replacement parts.

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 4 - Four-wheeled bins

Four-wheeled bins

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 3 - Plastic Wheeled Bins (2 wheeled)

Lot 3 covers Plastic Wheeled Bins (2 wheeled) and must be manufactured from high density injection moulded polyethylene, UV stabilised and come with a minimum of 10 years guarantee. The successful supplier must (if required by the customer) be able to facilitate the distribution of bins to individual households, this may also include collection of old bins from individual households (minimum order quantities may apply) in urban and rural locations UK wide. This may also include the distribution of leaflets and liners in addition if required at an extra charge.

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 4 - Plastic Wheeled Bins (4 wheeled)

Lot 4 covers Plastic Wheeled Bins (4 Wheeled) and must be manufactured from high density injection moulded polyethylene, UV stabilised with a minimum 10 year guarantee. The successful supplier must (if required by the customer) be able to facilitate the distribution of bins to individual households, this may also include collection of old bins from individual households (minimum order quantities may apply) in urban and rural locations UK wide. This may also include the distribution of leaflets and liners in addition if required at an extra charge.

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 5 - Steel Wheeled Bins

Lot 5 covers Steel Wheeled Bins in a variety of sizes. There must be a minimum 5 year warranty.

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 6 - Polythene Refuse & Recycling Sacks

Lot 6 covers Polythene Refuse and Recycling Sacks. This Lot adopts the industry-wide accepted Cleaning and Hygiene Suppliers Association (CHSA) Sack Scheme as the tool for professional buyers to determine best value, without compromising on key performance expectations when procuring refuse sacks and bin liners. Manufactured from recycled or recyclable polyethylene polymers or materials (LDPE, LLDPE, HDPE, or blended). YPO requires the manufacturer to provide a guarantee of the performance, carton count, and minimum product weights. YPO requires the bags and liners to have a 12-month warranty solely against manufacturing defects.

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 7 - Kerbside Recycling Boxes & Inner Caddies

Lot 7 covers Kerbside Recycling Boxes and Inner Caddies. Must come with a minimum of 5 year guarantee. The successful Supplier must (if required by the customer) be able to facilitate the distribution of items to individual householders. This may also include collection of old items from individual households in urban and rural locations UK wide.

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 8 - Distribution & Collection of Refuse & Recycling Products to/from Individual Households including Container Recycling

Lot 8 covers Wheeled Bin and Recycling Container Distribution to Individual Households (or commercial addresses/secure storage facilities or as required by the customer). The Lot covers the distribution and/or collection of wheeled bins, caddies, kerbside boxes and any other refuse or recycling products if required. Suppliers must be able to deliver products to either the front door of the property, the property boundary or as directed by individual customers. There may also be a need in terraced properties for deliveries/collections to the rear of properties. The successful supplier must be registered as a Waste Carrier with the Environment Agency as per the Waste Management Licensing Regulations 1994 and Control of Pollution (Registration of Carriers and Seizure of Vehicles) Regulations 1991. Duty of care waste transfer notes must be provided to individual customers as part of any contract awarded.

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 9 - Food Waste Disposal Units

This Lot covers food waste disposal units which must comply with any current and new food waste regulations. The Provider must be able to supply various sizes (stand alone or table mounted) to suit different sized kitchens.

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 10 - Steel Wheeled Bin Refurbishment & Maintenance (including the sale of second-hand steel wheeled bins)

This Lot covers Steel Wheeled Bin Refurbishment and Maintenance (including buy back and sale of second hand steel wheeled bins).

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 11 - Bin/Container End of Life Buy Back

Lot 11 covers all types/any materials of bin or container end of life buy back. The minimum collection size is set at 1/2 load, ensuring cost-effectiveness and logistical efficiency in operations. The buy-back program accepts bins and HDPE containers from all manufacturers, ensuring inclusivity and flexibility (e.g., caddies, plastic wheeled bins, steel wheeled bins and recycling boxes). Contractors must be capable of handling and processing mixed colour stacks of bins and containers without sorting at the point of collection. A full audit trail must be maintained for all collected bins, providing traceability from the point of collection to the final recycling or disposal stage. Documentation must include details of collection dates, bin types, weights, and final processing outcomes. The service must accommodate all standard bin sizes, ensuring comprehensive coverage of end-of-life products. Contractors should provide certificates demonstrating compliance with environmental standards and regulations.

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 12 - Wheeled Bin Housing Units

Lot 12 covers Wheeled Bin Housing Units designed to accommodate bins of various sizes including food waste housing unit if required. Manufacturers warranty of at least 36 months to include all moving parts and premature corrosion. Minimum life span of 7 years with housing units available in a variety of colours.

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 13 - Any other Refuse or Recycling Product not listed above

Suppliers awarded onto any of the individual Lots 1-12 will automatically be awarded onto Lot 13. This is for any other Refuse or Recycling Product required by a Customer that is not included in any of the other Lots. This will include items such as but not limited to; Kerbside Reusable Recycling Bags Solar Powered Compactor Bins Dual Recycling Bins Aerosol Recycling Bins Vape Recycling Bins Battery Recycling Bins Food Donation Bins Clothing/Textiles Recycling Bins Compost Bins Pallet Boxes Clinical Waste Bins Multi Box Recycling Trolleys Underground Refuse Systems

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ad5e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/098876-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

50 - Repair and maintenance services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

18930000 - Sacks and bags

19640000 - Polythene waste and refuse sacks and bags

34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins

39224340 - Bins

44613600 - Wheeled containers

44613800 - Containers for waste material

44619000 - Other containers

50514000 - Repair and maintenance services of metal containers

90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

90514000 - Refuse recycling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£500,500,000 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UBICO Limited
Additional Buyers

YPO

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CHELTENHAM
Postcode
GL51 9JZ
Postcode Area
Gloucester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLK1 Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Bristol/Bath area, TLK13 Gloucestershire CC

Local Authority
Cheltenham
Electoral Ward
Swindon Village
Westminster Constituency
Tewkesbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
16
Supplier Names

Contenur UK Ltd

Craemer UK Limited

ESE World Ltd

IPL Plastics (UK) Ltd

Ridley Recycling Ltd

SSI Schaefer Plastics UK Ltd

The Compost Bag Company Ltd

Cromwell Polythene Ltd

Sphere Consumer Products Ltd

Abfallbehalter & Container Weber UK Limited

EGBERT H. TAYLOR & COMPANY LIMITED

Storm Environmental Ltd

Dogaplast Ambalaj Sanayi ve Ticaret Limited Sirketi Eskisehir Subesi

Jett Trade LTD

Wybone Limited

IPL Global Ltd

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