Award

Recycling Boxes

BRAINTREE DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

09 Jan 2026 at 14:05

Tender

01 Oct 2025 at 08:31

Summary of the contracting process

Braintree District Council has completed the procurement process for the supply of 55 litre recycling boxes, awarding the contract to IP Plastics (UK) Limited. The procurement, conducted under an open procedure, addressed various needs including routine supply, replacements due to damage, and bulk orders. The contract focuses on Lot 1, which involves black boxes with black lids including design or printing. The contract period extends from 2nd February 2026 to 1st February 2029, with the option to extend by a further two 12-month periods, potentially lasting until 1st February 2031. The award was concluded with a gross value of £334,543.44 on the 9th January 2026. The recycling boxes are to be delivered as specified or agreed between the Council and the contractor, with flexible volumes and specifications over the contract duration.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacture and supply of waste and recycling solutions, particularly those experienced with bulk orders and customised printing. Companies that specialise in providing durable container solutions with options for design and printing would be well-suited to such contracts. The procurement highlights the growth potential for businesses that can deliver high-quality products while accommodating variable volumes and specifications, supporting the dynamic needs of public authorities like Braintree District Council. The focus on flexibility and the capacity for contract extensions also underline long-term business relationships in this sector.

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Notice Title

Recycling Boxes

Notice Description

The supply of 55 litre plastic recycling boxes and removable lids for routine/business as usual requirements (BAU), the replacement through damage or wear and tear, as well as one-off bulk orders. Delivery to the locations and timescales as set out in the specification or as otherwise agreed between Braintree District Council and the Contractor. Lot 1 Black boxes with black lids including design/printing on the boxes is awarded. Lot 2 is not awarded. Stated volumes within the contract 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. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1003951332

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/001895-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award 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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Active, Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRAINTREE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
katrine.sallows@essex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

IP PLASTICS (UK

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