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BLC0249 - FRAMEWORK FOR NITROUS OXIDE DISPOSAL AND ASSOCIATED SERVICES

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

08 Jul 2026 at 11:49

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

03 Nov 2025 at 16:13

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the framework titled "BLC0249 - Framework for Nitrous Oxide Disposal and Associated Services" was managed by BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED, based in London. This procurement falls under the industry category of hazardous waste services, with a primary focus on the disposal and associated services of nitrous oxide gas and canisters across the United Kingdom. The procurement process has transitioned from the tender phase to the award stage as of 8th July 2026, with contracts expected to commence on 27th July 2026 and end on 26th July 2029. The open procedure method facilitated this procurement, allowing various suppliers to compete, resulting in multiple contract awards for different service lots, reflecting a structured approach to service segmentation.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large-scale waste management companies that specialise in hazardous substances. The framework includes four specific lots, ranging from comprehensive service provision to specialised tasks such as transportation and disposal, offering flexibility and scope for partial service contracts. Companies like Biffa Waste Services Ltd, Veolia ES (UK) Ltd, and Tradebe Environmental Services Ltd, which have already secured positions within the framework, exemplify well-suited candidates due to their expertise and capacity in handling and disposing of hazardous waste. Enterprises with a strong focus on environmental compliance and technical capabilities in waste management stand to benefit from this framework, as the allocation of contracts is determined by a balance of price, technical proficiency, and social value contributions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BLC0249 - FRAMEWORK FOR NITROUS OXIDE DISPOSAL AND ASSOCIATED SERVICES

Notice Description

To provide National Framework for all participating authorities for the local storage, collection / transportation, central storage, degassing and disposal of Nitrous Oxide gas and cannisters. Service Objective: To provide a compliant, efficient, and environmentally responsible service for secure storage, safe transfer, and legal disposal of seized nitrous oxide canisters, contents and containers, ensuring alignment with UK legal frameworks and environmental regulations. Service Scope The Framework is broken down into 4 separate Lots to allow for partial services to be contracted for as applicable for each participating contracting authority. These 4 main Lots are: - Lot 1 - Full Service (End to End Provision of Facilities and Services for Collection, Transportation, Storage and Disposal of Full, Partially discharged, Nominally empty and Empty Nitrous Oxide Canisters). Lot 2 - Transportation and Storage (Provision of Collection, Transportation and Storage Facilities for Full, Partially discharged, Nominally Empty and Empty Nitrous Oxide Canisters). Lot 3 - Collection, Transportation to Supplier Facility, of Partially discharged, Nominally empty Nitrous Oxide Canisters. Canisters are to be either: Degassing Canisters and where applicable valve removal. Disposal of Empty Canisters , or; Disposal by Incineration of Nitrous Oxide Gas and Canisters. Lot 4 - Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Empty Nitrous Oxide Canisters to generate revenue for user organisations.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Full Service Lot 2 - Transportation and Storage Lot 3 - Collection, Transportation, Degassing and Incineration. Lot 4 - Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Empty Nitrous Oxide Canisters

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d943
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064118-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

63120000 - Storage and warehousing services

63121000 - Storage and retrieval services

90520000 - Radioactive-, toxic-, medical- and hazardous waste services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£7,200,001 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
27 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JS
Postcode Area
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

Bagnall & Morris (Waste Services) Ltd

Biffa Waste Services Ltd

Tradebe Environmental Services Ltd

Veolia ES (UK) Ltd

Further Information

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