Planning

Smart Bin Compressor MW

WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

25 Nov 2025 at 11:52

Summary of the contracting process

Wolverhampton City Council is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for the deployment of solar-powered, self-compacting smart bins as part of their Smart City programme. The procurement process aims to improve waste management efficiency and sustainability using advanced, data-driven technology in busy areas. A preliminary market engagement notice has been published, with a due date for supplier participation set for 15th December 2025. This initiative falls under the 'goods' category, specifically focusing on waste and rubbish containers and bins. The project is planned to commence on 1st September 2026, with the contract running until 31st August 2030, and it is open to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This procurement provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in sustainable waste management technology, particularly those offering innovative data-driven solutions. Companies that can deliver advanced smart bins equipped with solar-powered, self-compacting technology may find this tender highly beneficial for growth. The long contract period offers stability and the potential for significant impact within the high-footfall urban areas of Wolverhampton, making it particularly attractive for SMEs and VCSEs aiming to expand their reach in the public sector through advanced technological applications.

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Notice Title

Smart Bin Compressor MW

Notice Description

Wolverhampton City Council is seeking market input for the deployment of solar-powered, self-compacting smart bins as part of its Smart City programme. This initiative aims to enhance waste management efficiency and sustainability in high-footfall areas by integrating advanced, data-driven technology. The PME will help identify innovative solutions, gauge market interest, and inform future procurement for smart waste infrastructure.

Planning Information

Pre market engagement published via the ProActis Portal, this can be found on the following link: www.wolverhamptontenders.com. Suppliers who would like to participate should complete the questionnaire found within the relevant link and upload as a response to the question found within the "Market Warming" section.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e830
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076799-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WOLVERHAMPTON
Postcode
WV1 1SH
Post Town
Wolverhampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG39 Wolverhampton
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Wolverhampton
Electoral Ward
St Peters
Westminster Constituency
Wolverhampton West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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