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BT1807 - Disposal of Confidential Paper in the Corporate Offices

LUTON COUNCIL

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26 Aug 2025 at 11:08

Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council recently awarded a contract for the disposal of confidential paper in its corporate offices to Shred Station Ltd. This procurement process, classified under non-hazardous refuse and waste treatment and disposal services, specifically requires on-site shredding services using a mobile shredding truck. The procurement stage has moved to the award phase, with the contract being signed on 21 August 2025. The contract spans from 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2030, with a gross contract value of £48,000. Located in the UKH21 region, the procurement utilised a limited competition method, reflecting its below-threshold status.

This contract presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in waste management and shredding services, particularly those with capabilities in mobile on-site services. Businesses specialising in secure document disposal could leverage their expertise to compete in similar opportunities, potentially expanding their operations within the public sector. Collaboration with sub-central government entities like Luton Council can enhance a company's portfolio, offering potential for sustained business growth and diversification in public sector engagements.

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Notice Title

BT1807 - Disposal of Confidential Paper in the Corporate Offices

Notice Description

This is a statutory service for the removal and destruction 'on site' of confidential wastepaper from council officers across the borough. The Contractor must provide on-site shredding service where confidential documents are destroyed right at the Council's site locations using a mobile shredding truck.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058dae
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051229-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Jennifer Simpson
Contact Email
procurement@luton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHRED STATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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