Award

Recycling Boxes

BRAINTREE DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

13 Mar 2026 at 10:01

Award

09 Jan 2026 at 14:05

Tender

01 Oct 2025 at 08:31

Summary of the contracting process

Braintree District Council has initiated a public procurement process for the supply of black plastic recycling boxes, including removable lids for routine and business as usual requirements, and one-off bulk orders. The tender is classified under the waste and rubbish containers and bins industry category, with delivery to specified UK locations based on an agreed timeline. The procurement stage is in the "award" phase, having been completed as of March 2026, following an open procedure method covered by GPA. The contract, valued at £334,543.44 gross (£278,786.20 net), is above the threshold and encompasses a period starting from 18th February 2026 to 17th February 2029. IPL Plastics (UK) Limited, located in Tamworth, has been awarded the contract for Lot 1, focusing on the supply and delivery of the recycling boxes with printing design options.

This tender presents an excellent growth opportunity for businesses in the manufacturing of plastic goods, particularly those specialising in recycling bins. Companies with capabilities in large-scale production, logistical delivery over specified periods, and design customisation stand to benefit from such contracts. The open procedure allows even large enterprises to compete effectively, provided they can meet the volume demands and specifications which may vary during the contract term. Furthermore, businesses participating can gain notable experience working with public authorities like Braintree District Council, expanding network opportunities within sub-central government sectors across the UK.

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Notice Title

Recycling Boxes

Notice Description

The supply of 55 litre black plastic recycling boxes and removable black lids for routine/business as usual requirements (BAU), the replacement through damage or wear and tear, as well as one-off bulk orders, including design/printing on one side of the boxes. Delivery to the locations and timescales as set out in the specification or as otherwise agreed between Braintree District Council and the Contractor. BDC anticipates Year 1 volumes to be 29,040 boxes and 33,000 lids over approximately 28 deliveries. Anticipated unit volumes per annum thereafter is 1,452 boxes and 2,750 lids. These volumes are indicative and there is potential for the volumes to increase/decrease and for the product types and specifications to vary throughout the lifetime of the contract.

Lot Information

Black boxes with black lids

The provision and delivery of 55 litre kerbside recycling boxes. Anticipated Year 1 volume of 50,000 units with removeable lids for bulk delivery and 800 units per annum thereafter. This Lot may include design/printing or it may not depending on cost/budget.

Renewal: Option to extend for 12 months followed by a further period of 12 months

Black boxes with coloured lids

The provision and delivery of 55 litre kerbside recycling boxes. Anticipated Year 1 volume of 50,000 units with removeable coloured lids for bulk delivery, followed by 800 units per annum thereafter. This Lot may include design/printing or it may not.

Renewal: 12 months followed by a further period of 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a576
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022736-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,312,800 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,312,800 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£278,786 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£278,786 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
18 Feb 2026 - 17 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRAINTREE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BRAINTREE
Postcode
CM7 9HB
Post Town
Chelmsford
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Braintree
Electoral Ward
Bocking South
Westminster Constituency
Braintree

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IPL PLASTICS (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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