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Waste Management Services following expiry of the Council's Public Private Partnership (PPP) Arrangements

Argyll and Bute Council

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TenderUpdate

15 Oct 2025 at 15:49

Tender Notice
Tender

22 Sep 2025 at 15:14

Tender Notice
Planning

11 Jun 2025 at 10:22

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council is seeking tenders for Waste Management Services, focusing on refuse and waste-related services across regions including Oban, Lorn, Mid Argyll, Kintyre, Bute, and Cowal. This tender arises as the Council's current Public Private Partnership (PPP) arrangements are due to expire by September 2026. At this stage, the procurement process is in the 'tenderUpdate' phase, with a focus on services that will continue the existing waste management services while the Council evaluates long-term contractual possibilities. Key deadlines include the submission of tenders by 21 November 2025, with electronic submissions allowed via the given portal. The procurement process employs an open procedure method, ensuring widespread participation and transparency.

This procurement exercise presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the recycling and waste management sectors. Companies that specialise in non-hazardous refuse treatment, waste-tip management, and recycling services will find this an advantageous opportunity. It is well-suited for enterprises capable of managing infrastructure related to Waste Transfer Stations (WTS), Recycling Centres (RC), and Recycling Deposit Points (RDP). The contract offers potential growth through the provision of continued services, potentially extending for two more years beyond the initial term based on performance. The inclusion of community benefits within the tender also highlights Argyll and Bute Council's commitment to contributing positively to the regional community, offering added value beyond the immediate business opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Waste Management Services following expiry of the Council's Public Private Partnership (PPP) Arrangements

Notice Description

The Council is currently party to a PPP Contract, with services provided by a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV). The PPP Contract includes infrastructure and requirements associated with mechanical biological treatment (MBT) (which will have been adapted to become WTSs prior to the commencement of this Contract), Waste Transfer Stations (WTS Sites), Recycling Centres (RC Sites), Recycling Deposit Points (RDPs) and management of Landfill Sites. The PPP Contract, which covers Oban and Lorn together with the inner islands, Mid Argyll and Kintyre, Bute and Cowal expires at the end of September 3rd, 2026. In the short-term, the Council has a requirement to procure continued provision of services within the 'Contract Area' whilst further consideration is given to the preferred longer-term service configuration and delivery model. The Services required under this Contract are detailed within Schedule Part 4 - Services Specification and further information provided in the Specification Appendices (1-5).

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Council is currently party to a PPP Contract, with services provided by a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV). The PPP Contract includes infrastructure and requirements associated with mechanical biological treatment (MBT) (which will have been adapted to become WTSs prior to the commencement of this Contract), Waste Transfer Stations (WTS Sites), Recycling Centres (RC Sites), Recycling Deposit Points (RDPs) and management of Landfill Sites. The PPP Contract, which covers Oban and Lorn together with the inner islands, Mid Argyll and Kintyre, Bute and Cowal expires at the end of September 3rd, 2026. In the short-term, the Council has a requirement to procure continued provision of services within the 'Contract Area' whilst further consideration is given to the preferred longer-term service configuration and delivery model. The Services required under this Contract are detailed within Schedule Part 4 - Services Specification and further information provided in the Specification Appendices (1-5).

Renewal: The Contract may be extended for up to two additional one-year periods at the option of Argyll and Bute Council, subject to satisfactory performance of the contract and product discussions with the successful Tenderer.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054672
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065669-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

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

90514000 - Refuse recycling services

90533000 - Waste-tip management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
30 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
In line with the end date of this contract

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Argyll and Bute Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Postcode Area
Paisley
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute
Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Further Information

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