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MARKET ENGAGEMENT NOTICE FOR NITROUS OXIDE DISPOSAL AND ASSOCIATED SERVICES.

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED

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26 Aug 2025 at 10:32

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
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20 Aug 2025 at 11:38

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process focused on the disposal and associated services for Nitrous Oxide Gas and Canisters, classified as a prohibited Class C Drug. Located in London, this initiative seeks national coverage to serve UK Police Forces and other agencies, ensuring compliance, cost-efficiency, and reliability. The tender is divided into several Lots, including full-service provision, transportation, storage, and disposal services that span from collection to revenue generation. A market engagement survey is open until 4 September 2025, and further notices are expected by 12 September 2025. The main procurement category is services, with the estimated contract spanning from November 2025 to November 2029.

This project represents a substantial business opportunity for companies specialising in hazardous waste services, particularly those with expertise in transportation, storage, and disposal solutions. Given the national scope and framework structure, it is well-suited for service providers across the UK, including SMEs. Companies adept in regulatory compliance and innovative pricing models are likely to find this tender appealing as it promises collaboration with law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders. Participation could enhance growth potential through involvement in a high-profile public undertaking. Feedback to shape the final structure of the procurement process is welcomed through the completion of the provided survey.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MARKET ENGAGEMENT NOTICE FOR NITROUS OXIDE DISPOSAL AND ASSOCIATED SERVICES.

Notice Description

BLC are exploring a national approach to the supply of legally compliant services that meets the evolving needs of police forces and other agencies, following the classification of Nitrous Oxide Gas as a prohibited Class C Drug in November 2023. This Preliminary Market Engagement is to better understand the market, supplier appetite, capacity, and capability, as well as perceived risks and opportunities. The aim is to ensure all forces and agencies have access to the most cost effective, reliable, and compliant disposal services for the Nitrous Oxide Gas and / or the confiscated cannisters, full or empty. For Information only, the proposed Framework will consist of the following Lots. Lot 1 - A FULL SERVICE (End to End Provision of Facilities and Services for Collection, Transportation, Storage and Disposal of Full, Partially discharged, Nominally empty and Empty Nitrous Oxide Canisters). Lot 2 - TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE (Provision of Collection, Transportation and Storage Facilities for Full, Partially discharged, Nominally empty and Empty Nitrous Oxide Canisters). Lot 3 - TRANSPORTATION AND DE-GASSING (Provision of Collection, Transportation of Full and Partially discharged, Nominally empty Nitrous Oxide Canisters, for de-gassing and disposal of canisters). Lot 4 - TRANSPORTATION AND DISPOSAL (Provision of Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Empty Nitrous Oxide Canisters to generate revenue for user organisations). All Lots will be Sub-Lotted to provide a regional service if required. BlueLight Commercial is looking to asses the market with respect to - The Framework Lotting Structure - Availability of Services across the UK - Appropriate Pricing Model / Structure - Legal / Regulatory Requirements The current proposed structure may change following receipt of the premarket engagement survey feedback. To provide BLC with feedback on the proposals please complete the survey at the following link:- https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/BLC0249-NOX/

Planning Information

BlueLight Commercial (BLC) have published this Preliminary Market Engagement Notice and Survey, working in collaboration with UK Police Forces and other agencies to gather information in relation to the provision of disposal and associated services for the Nitrous Oxide Gas and Cannisters (all types, all sizes and all states of fullness). BLC are exploring a national approach to the supply of legally compliant services that meets the evolving needs of police forces and other agencies, following the classification of Nitrous Oxide Gas as a prohibited Class C Drug in November 2023. This Preliminary Market Engagement is to better understand the market, supplier appetite, capacity, and capability, as well as perceived risks and opportunities. The aim is to ensure all forces and agencies have access to the most cost effective, reliable, and compliant disposal services for the Nitrous Oxide Gas and / or the confiscated cannisters, full or empty. For Information only, the proposed Framework will consist of the following Lots. Lot 1 – A FULL SERVICE (End to End Provision of Facilities and Services for Collection, Transportation, Storage and Disposal of Full, Partially discharged, Nominally empty and Empty Nitrous Oxide Canisters). Lot 2 – TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE (Provision of Collection, Transportation and Storage Facilities for Full, Partially discharged, Nominally empty and Empty Nitrous Oxide Canisters). Lot 3 – TRANSPORTATION AND DE-GASSING (Provision of Collection, Transportation of Full and Partially discharged, Nominally empty Nitrous Oxide Canisters, for de-gassing and disposal of canisters). Lot 4 – TRANSPORTATION AND DISPOSAL (Provision of Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Empty Nitrous Oxide Canisters to generate revenue for user organisations). All Lots will be Sub-Lotted to provide a regional service if required. BlueLight Commercial is looking to asses the market via completion of a Survey, with respect to - The Framework Lotting Structure - Availability of Services across the UK - Appropriate Pricing Model / Structure - Legal / Regulatory Requirements The current proposed structure may change following receipt of the premarket engagement survey feedback. LINKS To provide BLC with feedback on the proposals please complete the survey at the following survey address, please copy into your internet browser https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/BLC0249-NOX/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058b42
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051198-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90520000 - Radioactive-, toxic-, medical- and hazardous waste services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 2 Nov 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED
Contact Name
Des Dockerill
Contact Email
desmond.dockerill@bluelight.police.uk
Contact Phone
07971031850

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JS
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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