Award

Waste Collection Services

DORSET & WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

30 Mar 2026 at 13:03

Tender

17 Oct 2025 at 14:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Authority has completed the procurement process for a waste collection services contract, divided into two lots for Dorset and Wiltshire. The open procedure was employed, aligning with the legal framework established in the UK. The contract, valued at approximately £475,000 including VAT, concerns refuse and waste-related services and was published under the procurement category of services. Biffa Waste Services Limited emerged as the supplier for both lots, with awards expected on 30 March 2026, and a contract period scheduled from 20 April 2026 to 19 April 2028, with potential extensions up to 2031. Both lots had milestones tied to future actions, including a scheduled contract signature by 15 April 2026.

This procurement creates significant opportunities for growth in waste management and environmental services sectors. Businesses specialising in refuse collection and related services, particularly those with an established presence in Dorset or Wiltshire, stand to benefit from engaging in such public contracts. With a focus on large-scale providers for this tender, smaller businesses may consider partnering or subcontracting to benefit from associated opportunities. Furthermore, this contract may attract companies interested in expanding their geographical service area or diversifying their operational capabilities within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Waste Collection Services

Notice Description

Waste Collection Services Lot 1 - Waste Collection Services Dorset, estimated value PS242,250.00 (including VAT) Lot 2 - Waste Collection Services Wiltshire, estimated value 232,750.00 (including VAT)

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Waste Collection Services Dorset

Lot 1 - Waste Collection Services Dorset , estimated value PS242,250.00 (including VAT)

Renewal: The Contract Term shall be for a period of 2 years with the option to extend yearly for a further 3 years unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of Contract

Lot 2 - Waste Collection Services Wiltshire

Lot 2 - Waste Collection Services Wiltshire, estimated value PS232,750.00 (including VAT)

Renewal: The Contract Term shall be for a period of 2 years with the option to extend yearly for a further 3 years unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of Contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cf08
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029120-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

90510000 - Refuse disposal and treatment

90511000 - Refuse collection services

90600000 - Cleaning and sanitation services in urban or rural areas, and related services

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£395,833 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£395,833 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£562,404 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DORSET & WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALISBURY
Postcode
SP1 3NR
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Salisbury St Francis & Stratford
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BIFFA WASTE SERVICES

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