Planning

WP4194 - Procurement of Organic Waste Treatment Services

WALSALL COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

30 Oct 2025 at 09:54

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

23 Oct 2025 at 11:34

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

22 Oct 2025 at 15:19

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Walsall Council is currently in the planning phase for the procurement of "WP4194 - Procurement of Organic Waste Treatment Services". This initiative focuses on the service category of non-hazardous refuse and waste treatment and disposal, specifically targeting organic waste such as garden and food waste. The procurement process is underway with a key deadline for the Pre-market Engagement Questionnaire set for 19 November 2025, to be completed via the Council's e-procurement portal. The services are to be delivered in the West Midlands region (UKG38). The contract is anticipated to commence on 1 April 2027, with an initial duration of four years and potential extensions of up to two additional years.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in waste management, particularly those with capabilities in treating non-hazardous waste. With an approximate contract value of £10,200,000, this project is well-suited for SMEs looking to expand their operations in the public sector. The procurement process is diligently planned to ensure fair competition, and the potential extension of the contract offers further growth prospects for successful tenderers. Companies with a proven track record in waste management and disposal, particularly within the outlined industry category, are encouraged to participate in this lucrative opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WP4194 - Procurement of Organic Waste Treatment Services

Notice Description

The provision of a Organic Waste Treatment Services which includes garden waste, food waste and combined garden & food waste. Approx contract value is PS10,200,000. Initial contract term is approx 4 years commencing 1 April 2027, with possible extensions to 2 years.

Planning Information

Completion and submission of the Pre-market Engagement Questionnaire via the Council's e-procurement portal as per the information notice issued.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d1ec
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069614-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,200,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Jun 20267 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2031 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
WALSALL COUNCIL
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
procurement@walsall.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WALSALL
Postcode
WS1 1TP
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG38 Walsall
Delivery Location
TLG38 Walsall
Local Authority
Walsall
Electoral Ward
St Matthew's
Westminster Constituency
Walsall and Bloxwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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