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Sanitary Waste Removal Services

EAST SUSSEX FIRE AUTHORITY

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04 Mar 2026 at 11:31

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02 Mar 2026 at 10:58

Award

04 Feb 2026 at 10:00

Tender

18 Nov 2025 at 09:23

Summary of the contracting process

The East Sussex Fire Authority has completed the procurement process for awarding a contract titled "Sanitary Waste Removal Services". This tender addressed the need for sanitary waste removal services across the ESFA estate, situated in Lewes, United Kingdom, within the public authority sub-central government classification. The procurement method employed was an open competition, focusing on services related to clinical-waste collection and disposal among others. The procurement process was completed with contract award and signature dates on 20th February 2026, with the service period spanning from 1st March 2026 to 29th February 2028, with the option for renewal till 28th February 2030.

The awarded contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the waste management and environmental services sectors, specifically those experienced in handling clinical waste and offering treatment and disposal services. Large-scale enterprises, such as Albus Environmental, which was the successful supplier, are particularly suited for such contracts due to the complexity and scale of services required. The tender process sought out businesses that could efficiently manage services across extensive geographical locations within East Sussex, presenting growth opportunities for businesses equipped with robust waste management solutions and logistical capabilities.

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Notice Title

Sanitary Waste Removal Services

Notice Description

East Sussex Fire Authority (ESFA) is seeking to award a contract for the provision of sanitary waste removal services across the ESFA Estate.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e2f1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019382-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins

44613800 - Containers for waste material

90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

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

90524100 - Clinical-waste collection services

90524200 - Clinical-waste disposal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£7,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£12,636 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£12,636 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 29 Feb 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX FIRE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 2DZ
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALBUS ENVIRONMENTAL

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