Award

Haulage of Waste

BRAINTREE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Award

23 Mar 2026 at 10:39

Award

18 Feb 2026 at 14:40

Tender

29 Oct 2025 at 19:05

Summary of the contracting process

Braintree District Council, located in Braintree, UK, has completed the procurement process for the "Haulage of Waste" contract, which falls under the refuse transport services industry category. The contract was executed through an open procedure, ensuring a competitive bidding process. The contracted services involve the transport of various waste streams, including dry mixed recycling, paper and card, garden waste, Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP's), and general waste. This procurement is in alignment with the legal basis set by UKPGA 2023/54. The finalisation of contracts was awarded to WASTE-A-WAY RECYCLING LIMITED, with a gross value of £2,522,454, scheduled to commence on 1 April 2026 and run until 31 March 2029, with potential for extensions up to March 2031. The introduction of Simpler Recycling reforms, effective from 1 June 2026, will introduce changes to the waste streams, particularly incorporating glass and tetrapaks.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for growth in the refuse transport services sector, particularly targeting small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of handling the logistics involved in waste reprocessing. The nature of the services required will suit businesses adept at efficiently managing recycling and waste logistics. It provides a platform for companies to showcase their operational efficiency and adaptability to evolving waste management regulations such as the Simpler Recycling reforms. Contractors with capabilities in providing large-scale waste transport solutions and innovations in waste logistics management could gain a competitive edge in this growing industry. The focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility also opens avenues for businesses with proven green practices and technologies.

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Notice Title

Haulage of Waste

Notice Description

Haulage of dry mixed recycling, paper and card, garden waste, POP's and general waste. Dry recycling is defined as materials such as aerosols, cans and tins, foil, plastic bottles, trays, tubs and pots, glass, and tetrapak. Green waste is defined as material such as tree branches (small (no more than 9cm diameter), grass and leaves. Paper and card is defined as paper, cardboard, newspapers, magazines, pamphlets, and post cards. General waste comprises litter picking, fly tip litter, dog waste, wood for recycling, general waste skip and wood waste. The contractor is expected to provide 40-yard skips under this contract. Total Contract Value is based on an anticipated 8,510 loads across the contract including extension and all waste streams. The impact on the inclusion of glass and tetrapack on 1 Jun 26, on the number of loads is not known.

Lot Information

Haulage of dry mixed recycling, paper and card, garden waste and Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP's)

Haulage of dry mixed recycling, paper and card, garden waste and POP's -Dry recycling is defined as materials such as aerosols, cans and tins, foil, plastic bottles, trays, tubs and pots, glass, and tetrapak. -Green waste is defined as material such as tree branches (small (no more than 9cm diameter), grass and leaves. -Paper and card is defined as paper, cardboard, newspapers, magazines, pamphlets, and post cards.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further 2 years in two consecutive 1-year periods.

Haulage of general waste

Haulage of general waste comprises litter picking, fly tip litter and dog waste, wood for recycling, general waste skip and wood waste. The contractor is expected to provide 40-yard skips under this contract.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further 2 years in consecutive 1-year periods.

A combination of Lots 1 and 2

Lot 3 will incorporate all waste streams detailed in Lots 1 & 2. This Lot will be awarded instead of Lots 1 & 2 only if it represents best value for money. Further detail about how this decision will be taken is provided in the bidder guidance which can be viewed in Delta.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further 2 years in two consecutive 1-year periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d6ba
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026125-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90512000 - Refuse transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£2,522,454 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£2,522,454 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
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
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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

WASTE-A-WAY RECYCLING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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