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Haulage and Treatment of Domestic Mixed Recyclables (Container Mix)

Wigan Council

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

29 Apr 2026 at 08:44

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

05 Mar 2026 at 10:14

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

18 Aug 2025 at 14:48

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

04 Apr 2025 at 14:02

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Wigan Council is undertaking a comprehensive procurement process focused on the haulage and treatment of domestic mixed recyclables. The tender, titled "Haulage and Treatment of Domestic Mixed Recyclables (Container Mix)", is classified under refuse recycling services and aims to manage approximately 18,000 tonnes of mixed recyclables annually. The public authority is located in Wigan, United Kingdom, and the contract is active and completed. Wigan Council has implemented an open procurement method, specifically a competitive flexible procedure, with a contract period beginning on 1st April 2026 and potentially extending up to 31st March 2032. The procurement aligns with the legal framework set out in the UKPGA 2023/54. It concluded with H W Martin Waste Limited being awarded the contract on the 30th of March, 2026, with a gross contract value of £12,211,236.

This tender presents a transformative opportunity for businesses in the recycling and waste management industry, especially large-scale operators. The contract requires thorough expertise in waste separation, market demands, and establishing efficient waste treatment solutions. Firms with a robust infrastructure and the ability to adapt to shifting regulatory requirements such as the Deposit Return Scheme, and the upcoming UK Emissions Trading Scheme can leverage this contract to expand operations. Key expertise areas include effective haulage systems, advanced treatment facilities, data assurance, and social value enhancements. Businesses focusing on innovation in waste processing and value creation from recyclable materials stand to benefit significantly from participating in such a high-value, long-term governmental contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Haulage and Treatment of Domestic Mixed Recyclables (Container Mix)

Notice Description

Wigan Council is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to haul and treat it's mixed recyclables (container mix). The waste stream consists of glass, metal and plastic packaging which has been collected from households at the kerbside. The provider will be expected to have the capacity to handle approximately 18,000 tonnes of mixed recycling per annum, equivalent to 80-90 tonnes per operational day. They will be required to collect the material daily, and ensure it is sorted into separate material streams that meet the necessary standard for use/sale into the recycling sector. The contractor will be responsible for all aspects of the contract: 1) Haulage 2) Waste Acceptance 3) Treatment Facility 4) End Markets and End Use 5) Contact Management and Data Assurance 6) Contingency 7) Social Value The contract is for 6 years consisting of an initial 3-year term and two possible extension of two years and one year respectively.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will have an initial 3 year term with two possible extension of 2 years and one year respectively.

Planning Information

Wigan Council are seeking views on procuring the haulage and treatment of its mixed recyclables, with the intention of commencing a new contract in early 2026. The council are considering a medium arrangement 6 years in length, and is interested in seeking views on A) Developing our specification/requirements B) Pricing Structure C) Flexible Terms. D) Performance Indicators (KPIs) E) Social value During the contract period, legislation will come into force requiring local authorities to collect specific items. As part of the evidence gathering we would like to visit material recovery facilities to discuss progress towards meeting these requirement. The engagement will run from 07/04/2025 to 01/07/2025

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04fd62
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038909-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£10,176,030 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
£10,176,030 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
5 Mar 20265 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Wigan Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WIGAN
Postcode
WN1 1YN
Postcode Area
Wigan
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wigan
Electoral Ward
Wigan Central
Westminster Constituency
Wigan

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

H W MARTIN WASTE LIMITED

H W Martin Waste Ltd

Further Information

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