ENU Ditch Disposables - Reusable Cups and Containers Scheme

EDINBURGH NAPIER UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

05 May 2026 at 08:00

Tender

17 Nov 2025 at 15:25

Summary of the contracting process

Edinburgh Napier University has completed the procurement process for a project titled "ENU Ditch Disposables - Reusable Cups and Containers Scheme." The initiative falls under the goods industry category with a CPV classification for Cups and Food Containers. This scheme aims to provide a returnable cup and container service to reduce single-use disposables across the University's three campuses in Edinburgh. The project follows an open procurement method as a part of the open procedure framework. The initial 12-month trial will be conducted at the Sighthill Campus, followed by potential expansion in subsequent years based on success. The most recent award was made to Cauli Ltd, confirmed on 29th April 2026, for an active contract valued at GBP 145,740.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for suppliers in the sustainable goods sector, particularly those specialising in returnable packaging solutions and associated services. Businesses capable of providing high-quality goods along with robust technology and return service infrastructure stand to benefit significantly. With quality being a primary evaluation criterion at 70%, innovative and sustainable product offerings will be advantageous. This tender appeals broadly to SMEs, given that Cauli Ltd, the successful bidder, falls within this category. The awarded nature of the contract also suggests potential for additional engagements through future renewals, thus fostering longer-term growth opportunities for businesses operating in eco-friendly packaging and supply chains.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

ENU Ditch Disposables - Reusable Cups and Containers Scheme

Notice Description

Edinburgh Napier University is seeking one supplier to provide a returnable cup and container scheme to reduce the use of single-use disposable packaging items across the three ENU campuses in Edinburgh.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Edinburgh Napier University is seeking one supplier to provide a returnable cup and container scheme to reduce the use of single-use disposable packaging items across the three ENU campuses in Edinburgh. The Contract will initially operate as a 12-month trial (Year 1) at the Sighthill Campus. Subject to the success of the trial, the Contract will then be extended to Years 2 and 3: Year 1 - Trial of Coffee Cups at Sighthill Year 2 - Coffee Cups at the three campuses Year 3 - Coffee Cups and Food Containers at the three campuses. Bidders are required to provide the Goods (Cups and Containers) and the Services (required technology, return infrastructure, and reporting and monitoring services) necessary to deliver the Contract. Additional information: Bidders are required to provide samples of their proposed Goods.

Renewal: The Contract Term shall be 3 Years (subject to the success of the Year 1 trial), with the option to extend the Contract for two separate periods of 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e2a6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040799-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39221121 - Cups

39221130 - Food containers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£145,740 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EDINBURGH NAPIER UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH11 4BN
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Sighthill/Gorgie
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAULI

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