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Procurement of Wheeled Bins for the new Recycling and Waste Service

Colchester City Council

This public procurement record has 7 releases in its history.

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29 Apr 2026 at 13:05

Award Notice
Award

20 Feb 2026 at 16:58

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

13 Jan 2026 at 14:32

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
TenderUpdate

11 Nov 2025 at 14:47

UK4 - Tender Notice
TenderUpdate

06 Nov 2025 at 09:44

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

03 Oct 2025 at 15:26

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

25 Apr 2025 at 10:34

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Colchester City Council has completed the procurement process titled "Procurement of Wheeled Bins for the new Recycling and Waste Service", with IPL PLASTICS (UK) LTD awarded the contract as the supplier. This procurement falls under the waste and rubbish containers and bins industry category, with an expected delivery location in Essex. The procurement used an open procedure method and is part of a significant transformation initiative to modernise recycling services in Colchester. The rollout of new recycling wheelie bins and non-recyclable waste wheelie bins is scheduled from May 2026 to March 2027, with bidders confirming costs and minimum order quantities until March 2029. The contract was signed on 17 April 2026 for a value of £2.4 million.

This procurement offers substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in manufacturing and supplying waste management products, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the UK. The procurement method allows for call-offs without competition, presenting suppliers with a straightforward way to engage with public sector organisations across the UK. SMEs skilled in producing waste containers and recycling equipment are well-positioned to compete in this sector, benefiting from ESPO's national framework, which covers diverse product supply needs, including wheeled bins, spare parts, recycling containers, plastic refuse sacks, and compost bins. ESPO’s network extends beyond local authorities, including educational establishments, emergency services, NHS bodies, and social landlords, facilitating wide-ranging business avenues for framework participants.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of Wheeled Bins for the new Recycling and Waste Service

Notice Description

Colchester City Council is undertaking a significant transformation of its waste and recycling services. As part of this programme, all residents will receive new recycling wheelie bins, and households currently without a non recyclable waste wheelie bin will be provided with one. These changes aim to modernise the service, improve recycling performance, and support cleaner neighbourhoods across Colchester. The phased rollout will commence in summer 2026 and is scheduled to be completed by March 2027.

Lot Information

Supply of Plastic 2-Wheeled Bins

Colchester City Council is undertaking a significant transformation of its waste and recycling services. As part of this programme, all residents will receive new recycling wheelie bins, and households currently without a non recyclable waste wheelie bin will be provided with one. These changes aim to modernise the service, improve recycling performance, and support cleaner neighbourhoods across Colchester, with an estimated total requirement of approximately 140,000 bins (of various size). The phased rollout will commence in summer 2026 and is scheduled to be completed by March 2027. Bids are being sought through the ESPO Framework Agreement 860_26 - Refuse and Recycling Products (Including Wheeled Bins) - Lot 1A Plastic 2 Wheeled Bins.

Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Renewal: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Supply of Plastic 4-Wheeled Bins

Lot 1B is for the provision of plastic 4-wheeled bins and associated products and services. For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Renewal: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Supply of Steel 4-Wheeled Bins

Lot 2 is for the provision of steel 4-wheeled bins and associated products and services. For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Renewal: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Steel Bin Maintenance and Repair

Lot 3 covers the maintenance and repair services for steel bins at a variety of locations. For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Renewal: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Supply of Spare Parts for 4-Wheeled Bins

Lot 4 covers the supply of a wide range of spare parts for 4-wheeled bins. For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Renewal: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Supply of Kerbside Recycling Containers

Lot 5 covers the supply of a wide range of kerbside recycling containers. For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Renewal: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Supply of Stackable Boxes for Waste

Lot 6 covers the supply of a wide range of stackable boxes for various waste types. For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Renewal: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Supply of Food Waste Containers

Lot 7 covers the supply of a wide range of food waste containers including kitchen caddies and kerbside caddies. For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Renewal: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Supply of Kerbside Recycling Bags

Lot 8 covers the supply of a wide range of kerbside recycling bags. For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Renewal: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Supply of Compostable Liners

Lot 9 covers the supply of a wide range of compostable liners. For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Renewal: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Supply of Plastic Refuse Sacks

Lot 10 covers the supply of a wide range of plastic refuse sacks. For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Renewal: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Supply of Compost Bins

Lot 11 covers the supply of a wide range of compost bins. For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Renewal: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Planning Information

Suppliers are being engaged with via a Request for Information questionnaire (accessible on the eProcurement Portal / ProContract as a Public Message, once an Expression an interest has been completed, see also below for further details on how to access this) to: • Identify potential suppliers in the market • Obtain feedback on ESPO's proposed procurement methodology • Determine whether localised Social Value can and/or will be provided to framework users • Determine whether the market is prepared for carbon reduction plans to be included as a condition of participation for the procurement • Understand the market's capacity to meet the framework requirements • Determine whether there have been any changes or developments in the market since ESPO last went out to tender • Identify any potential risks in the market For the purposes of this Preliminary market engagement (PME), please express your interest as follows: (a) Go to https://www.eastmidstenders.org/; (b) Register (if not already registered on ProContract); (c) Search for tender opportunity '860_26 ' (via "View Opportunities" from the EastMidsTenders Portal); d) Express an interest. Please access the Messages area/section of the eProcurement Portal (ProContract / EastMidsTenders - Messages can be accessed via the Activity dashboard once an Expression of interest has been completed) for any further communications on this preliminary market engagement, including the RFI documentation. In the case of any questions or clarifications relating to this PME, these should also be submitted to ESPO as a Message on the eProcurement Portal (again once an Expression of interest has been completed). Economic operators should note that this is a preliminary market engagement exercise (and NOT a competitive tender process at this stage). The participation of an economic operator in this preliminary market engagement will not constitute any contractual agreement between the respondent and the Contracting Authority/Client. An economic operator's participation, or lack of participation, in this preliminary market engagement shall not impact the ability of the economic operator to participate in any resulting tender exercise. Economic operators should note that any interest indicated does not constitute a commitment to participate in any future tendering exercise.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05076d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039174-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

42 - Industrial machinery

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

19640000 - Polythene waste and refuse sacks and bags

34913000 - Miscellaneous spare parts

34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins

39224340 - Bins

39234000 - Compost boxes

42914000 - Recycling equipment

44613600 - Wheeled containers

44613800 - Containers for waste material

50514000 - Repair and maintenance services of metal containers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£250,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
£250,000,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
£210,733,333 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
8 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
8 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Colchester City Council
Additional Buyers

Leicestershire County Council, trading as ESPO

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO3 3WG
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
TLH3 Essex
Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Colchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
25
Supplier Names

ABFALLBEHALTER & CONTAINER WEBER UK LTD

BRITISH POLYTHENE LIMITED (t/a BPI.recycled products)

CASTING SUPPORT SYSTEMS LIMITED

CEDO LIMITED

CONTENUR (UK) LIMITED

CRAEMER UK LIMITED

CROMWELL POLYTHENE LIMITED

ESE WORLD LIMITED

EXIMEX (UK) LIMITED

IMPERIAL POLYTHENE PRODUCTS LIMITED

IPL PLASTICS (UK) LIMITED

IPL PLASTICS (UK) LTD

J.P.K. TRADE SUPPLIES LIMITED

K.B. EXTRUDERS LTD

OPALION LIMITED

PATTERSONS (BRISTOL) LIMITED

RIDLEY RECYCLING LIMITED

SAI-PAC (UK) LIMITED

SPHERE CONSUMER PRODUCTS LIMITED

SSI SCHAEFER PLASTICS UK LIMITED

STORM ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITED

THE BIODEGRADABLE BAG COMPANY LTD

THE COMPOST BAG COMPANY LTD

UK CONTAINER MAINTENANCE LIMITED

WEIR & CARMICHAEL LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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