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PLACE982ET Derbyshire Food Waste

DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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18 Dec 2025 at 10:38

Summary of the contracting process

Derbyshire County Council is seeking suitable suppliers for the "PLACE982ET Derbyshire Food Waste" project, which involves the reception and composting of food waste collected by local councils within Derbyshire. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with key deadlines including the enquiry period ending on 21 January 2026 and the tender submission deadline set for 28 January 2026. The project, categorised under sewage, refuse, cleaning, and environmental services, will commence on 30 March 2026 for an initial term of 18 months, with possible extensions. Interested parties can participate via an open procedure, making proposals in electronic format through the mentioned submission portal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in waste management and environmental services, particularly those experienced in food waste composting. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are highly encouraged to bid, as the procurement criteria highlight quality and social value alongside competitive pricing. With multiple lots available, businesses can tailor their proposals to specific geographical areas within Derbyshire, including Amber Valley, Derbyshire Dales, Erewash, and South Derbyshire, thus offering scalability and localised business growth opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PLACE982ET Derbyshire Food Waste

Notice Description

The Council is inviting suitable suppliers to provide Services for the reception and Composting of household and commercial Food Waste collected by Erewash Borough Council, Amber Valley Borough Council, South Derbyshire District Council and Derbyshire Dales District Council from kerbside caddies and commercial premises within each District/Borough. The intention is for the service to commence on 30 March 2026 and run for an Initial Term of eighteen (18) months with the option to extend for twelve (12) months in two six (6) month increments.

Lot Information

Amber Valley

Food Waste Composting solution for separately collected food waste from Amber Valley Borough Council.

Renewal: The intention is for the service to commence on 30 March 2026 and run for an Initial Term of eighteen (18) months with the option to extend for twelve (12) months in two six (6) month increments. Extension of the initial term will be at the sole discretion of the Council, subject to performance and requirements.

Derbyshire Dales

Food Waste Composting solution for separately collected food waste from Derbyshire Dales District Council.

Renewal: The intention is for the service to commence on 30 March 2026 and run for an Initial Term of eighteen (18) months with the option to extend for twelve (12) months in two six (6) month increments. Extension of the initial term will be at the sole discretion of the Council, subject to performance and requirements.

Erewash

Food Waste Composting solution for separately collected food waste from Erewash Borough Council.

Renewal: The intention is for the service to commence on 30 March 2026 and run for an Initial Term of eighteen (18) months with the option to extend for twelve (12) months in two six (6) month increments. Extension of the initial term will be at the sole discretion of the Council, subject to performance and requirements.

South Derbyshire

Food Waste Composting solution for separately collected food waste from South Derbyshire District Council.

Renewal: The intention is for the service to commence on 30 March 2026 and run for an Initial Term of eighteen (18) months with the option to extend for twelve (12) months in two six (6) month increments. Extension of the initial term will be at the sole discretion of the Council, subject to performance and requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f8b6
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084211-2025
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jan 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 1-2 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
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
countyprocurementcompliance.team@derbyshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MATLOCK
Postcode
DE4 3AG
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire

Local Authority
Derbyshire Dales
Electoral Ward
Matlock West
Westminster Constituency
Derbyshire Dales

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