This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

20 Jul 2026 at 08:29

Award

29 Apr 2026 at 13:59

Tender

04 Feb 2026 at 10:04

Planning

14 Oct 2025 at 09:24

Planning

20 May 2025 at 09:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by East Sussex County Council revolves around the contract for the processing and disposal of Dry Mixed Recyclables (DMR). In the latest stage dated 20th July 2026, the contract was awarded to N&P CRAYFORD MRF LIMITED, signifying the successful completion of a competitive tender process. The procurement used an open method and adhered to UK legislative standards, with East Sussex County Council being the main buyer. The services cover the haulage, processing, and marketing of approximately 45,000 to 50,000 tonnes of recycled materials from various points within East Sussex. The procurement category is "services" under refuse and waste management, with a comprehensive contract period from 29th June 2026 to 28th June 2031, and an option for extension up to 2036. The procurement was originally planned in 2025, underwent tendering in early 2026, followed by the award phase in April, and finalised in July 2026.

This tender significantly bolsters opportunities for businesses focused on recycling and waste management services, particularly those geared towards large-scale operations. With a total contract value extending beyond £64 million, it is an attractive prospect for large-scale businesses like N&P CRAYFORD MRF LIMITED, which was the successful bidder in this instance. The procurement aligns with the strategic recycling objectives of East Sussex and offers substantial contract extensions, providing stable growth and operational continuity for the contracted service provider. Additionally, businesses able to ensure competitiveness in material sales prices and leverage UK end markets for transparency could find this sector ripe for growth opportunities. The contract's scale and its extension possibilities make it highly suitable for large suppliers with robust logistical and processing capabilities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

ESCC-JC-Processing and disposal of dry mixed recyclables (offtake) for East Sussex County Council

Notice Description

East Sussex County Council (ESCC) has awarded a contract for the haulage, processing and marketing of approximately 45,000 - 50,000 tonnes of Dry Mixed Recyclables (DMR) collected by the Council's five District and Borough Councils from Tipping Points located across the County.

Lot Information

North

Renewal: Optional extension period of 3+2 years from 29 June 2031 to 28 June 2034 and from 29 June 2034 to 28 June 2036

Central & West

Renewal: Optional extension period of 3+2 years from 29 June 2031 to 28 June 2034 and from 29 June 2034 to 28 June 2036

East

Renewal: Optional extension period of 3+2 years from 29 June 2031 to 28 June 2034 and from 29 June 2034 to 28 June 2036

Planning Information

To help inform our procurement we will be sending out a request for information on Monday 27th October 2025 for suppliers to complete by Friday 21st November 2025. Once we have received and reviewed responses, we reserve the right to seek clarification via email or through a face to face meeting (virtually). The clarification process will be concluded by Friday 5th December 2025 should it be required. Please register your interest in this preliminary market engagement opportunity by providing your email to James.Cooper@eastsussex.gov.uk by 12 noon on Friday 24th October 2025 and we will contact you with the request for information on or before Monday 27th October 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05180f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068066-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£30,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£30,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£53,961,527 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
£53,961,527 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
28 Apr 20263 months ago
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 28 Jun 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2036-02-04

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ22 East Sussex CC

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

N&P CRAYFORD MRF

Further Information

Notice Documents

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                                "durationInMonths": 12
                            }
                        }
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "id": "3",
                    "title": "Competitiveness of material sales prices",
                    "description": "Service Provider shall secure material sale prices that are aligned with independently published market indices (LetsRecycle) for each material stream for which such benchmarks exist.",
                    "observations": [
                        {
                            "id": "frequency",
                            "period": {
                                "durationInMonths": 12
                            }
                        }
                    ]
                }
            ]
        }
    ]
}