Tender

Gas and Aerosol Recycling and Processing Services

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

15 Dec 2025 at 16:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Kent County Council has initiated a tender for Gas and Aerosol Recycling and Processing Services, aiming to manage waste at all 19 Household Waste Recycling Centres across the county. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage with an open method under a Competitive Flexible Procedure. This procedure consists of four stages, including an Invitation to Tender and Contract Award, with the authority retaining the right to award contracts on initial tenders. The submission deadline for tenders is set for 21st January 2026, with the enquiry period concluding on 5th January 2026. The contract, valued at £750,000, is categorised under 'Refuse and waste related services' and operated under legislation 2023/54. The prospective provider must possess a facility with appropriate waste processing capabilities and methodical services to cater to gas and aerosol recycling requirements effectively.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in waste management, recycling, and environmental services. Firms equipped with advanced waste processing facilities, particularly those that can handle diverse gases and aerosols, are well-positioned to respond. The contract encourages participation from SMEs and involves service continuity plans ensuring reliability even in adverse circumstances. Businesses capable of offering stringent safety, environmental compliance, and logistical efficiency are encouraged to participate in this competitive opportunity. Moreover, the tender allows flexibility in submissions, potentially providing fruitful prospects for experienced businesses in the sector seeking to expand their offerings within the Kent region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Gas and Aerosol Recycling and Processing Services

Notice Description

The Kent County Council (KCC) wishes to procure a contract to provide recycling and processing services for gas and aerosol waste deposited at all 19 Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs) across the county. The contract is required to cover the current processing services which involves the collection, sorting, storage, transporting, processing, recycling reuse and recovery of all gas bottles obtained from all 19 KCCs HWRCs. The total tonnage of gas and aerosol waste processed for the 24/25 financial period was 208.65. A wide range of gases and aerosols are deposited at the Authority's HWRCs. The most frequently deposited materials during the 2024/2025 period include: *Aerosols *Canisters *Nitrous Oxide *Hard Case Canisters *Fire Extinguishers *Disposable Helium *MAPP substitutes (propylene, or with propane or isobutane) *Gas Cylinders Please note that this list is not exhaustive. Providers must also be able to return canisters to the appropriate repatriation facilities where required. The Authority seeks to engage a Provider for this contract capable of processing and disposing of all materials received. Minimum Requirements The supplier will be required to have in place: *A waste processing facility with appropriate permitting and planning permissions. *Provide the Authority with signage for the cages or containers including branding and hazard signage. *The ability and capacity to collect as required ad-hoc waste from the Authority and waste collection Authorities within Kent. *A facility which is able to manage the processing of all gas and aerosols. *An appropriate method of weighing-in materials collected (preferably an electronic weighbridge) to provide the council with the appropriate management information (including weigh-loader transaction listings); and *robust service contingency plans to ensure continuity of services in the event of plant failure, etc. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Maidstone:-Refuse-and-waste-related-services./8B8QH3F9E3 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/8B8QH3F9E3

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f606
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083026-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 3-4 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
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Adam Fletcher
Contact Email
adam.fletcher@kent.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

Notice Documents

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