Tender

Agriculture - The Supply of Topsoil and Disposal Service

SLOUGH BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

03 Dec 2025 at 16:51

Summary of the contracting process

Slough Borough Council is inviting tenders for its current procurement process titled "Agriculture - The Supply of Topsoil and Disposal Service." This public procurement falls under the goods category within the agricultural supplies industry and is aimed at supporting cemetery operations in Slough, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with tender submissions required by 16 January 2026. Interested parties can make enquiries until 17 December 2025. The tender operates under an open competition method, making it accessible for eligible entities below the threshold, and submissions are to be made electronically via the In-tend shared service portal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in agricultural supplies and waste management services, particularly those experienced in soil-stripping and the disposal of contaminated soil. With a projected value of GBP 93,200 and a contract period spanning four years, companies with expertise in topsoil provision and disposal services will be well-positioned to leverage this opportunity. The contract requires reliable delivery and disposal practices, making it ideal for businesses focused on sustainability and environmental compliance. This procurement could foster growth for SMEs looking to expand their service offerings within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Agriculture - The Supply of Topsoil and Disposal Service

Notice Description

Slough Borough Council invites tenders for the supply and delivery of Topsoil to the cemetery, and the collection, removal and lawful disposal of grave spoil.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ee3f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079492-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

14 - Mining, basic metals and related products

45 - Construction work

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

03144000 - Agricultural supplies

14212400 - Soil

14212410 - Topsoil

45112200 - Soil-stripping work

45112210 - Topsoil-stripping work

90522000 - Services relating to contaminated soil

90522100 - Removal of contaminated soil

90522200 - Disposal of contaminated soil

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£93,200 Under £100K
Lots Value
£93,200 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 2025Yesterday
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SLOUGH BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Carol Wintle
Contact Email
sbcprocurement@slough.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SLOUGH
Postcode
SL1 2EL
Post Town
Slough
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ15 Berkshire East
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Slough
Electoral Ward
Herschel Park
Westminster Constituency
Slough

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