Tender

Clinical Waste on behalf of Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

ROYAL DEVON & EXETER NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

07 Jan 2026 at 15:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Devon & Exeter NHS Foundation Trust has initiated an open tender process for a Clinical Waste Collection Service on behalf of the Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust. This tender pertains to the industry category of refuse and waste-related services, including disposal and treatment, as well as services related to hazardous and environmental waste. The procurement process is currently active, featuring an open procedure, with critical deadlines including the end of the enquiry period on 27th January 2026 and the submission deadline on 3rd February 2026. The tender covers delivery to the region of UKK4, United Kingdom, and involves a significant contract value estimated at £2.4 million gross, with the contract set to commence on 1st July 2026 for a period of five years, extendable by two additional one-year terms.

This tender offers a substantial opportunity for businesses specializing in areas such as hazardous waste management, environmental services, and refuse disposal and treatment. It is particularly suitable for SMEs that can meet the stringent quality, social value, and commercial criteria set forth, with a notable emphasis on commercial aspects at 60% evaluation weight. The open procurement method facilitates competition and transparency, providing an ideal opportunity for firms looking to expand their client base in the public sector by engaging with NHS Trusts. This contract's long duration and potential for renewal make it especially appealing for businesses seeking stable long-term growth.

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Notice Title

Clinical Waste on behalf of Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Notice Description

Clinical Waste Collection Service for Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: Further 2 x 12 month extensions available

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06012b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001142-2026
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

90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

90510000 - Refuse disposal and treatment

90520000 - Radioactive-, toxic-, medical- and hazardous waste services

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROYAL DEVON & EXETER NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Chris Prestt
Contact Email
chrisprestt@nhs.net
Contact Phone
+44 1392405408

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX2 4EQ
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK4 Devon

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Newtown and St Leonard's
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

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