Tender

Waste Collection Services

TENDRING DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

05 Mar 2026 at 12:01

TenderUpdate

02 Feb 2026 at 14:59

Tender

02 Feb 2026 at 13:28

Planning

12 Jan 2026 at 12:43

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Waste Collection Services, initiated by Tendring District Council in collaboration with Essex County Council, was previously in stages of planning and tendering but is now marked as complete due to cancellation. Initially, this tender aimed to secure services for waste collection and disposal at three leisure centres in Clacton-on-Sea, Dovercourt Bay, and Walton-on-the-Naze from 1st April 2026, spanning three years with potential extensions. Industry categorised under environmental services and waste management with a contract value estimated at £120,000, this procurement followed an open competition method, below threshold. The process saw its planning stage from January 2026, with market engagement before advancing into tender by February 2026, before its cancellation on 5th March 2026, due to exceeding budgetary constraints despite the legal basis under the Environmental Protection Act 1990.

This procurement presented significant growth avenues for SMEs and not-for-profits, suitable for businesses skilled in waste management and environmental services. It offered a comprehensive partnership opportunity, encompassing the administrative management, timely collection, and disposal of waste, adhering to statutory regulations. Businesses experienced in handling diverse waste types, including hazardous and non-hazardous materials, would have seen opportunities to leverage their expertise with the logistics and facilitation requirements across different leisure centres. The strategic involvement in ensuring seamless transition and provision of waste disposal solutions could bolster a firm's operational capabilities and expand its portfolio within the public sector service domain. Despite its cancellation, understanding the dynamics of such procurement processes remains valuable for future tenders in the same industry.

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Notice Title

Waste Collection Services

Notice Description

The Essex Procurement Partnership (EPP), on behalf of Tendring District Council (TDC) is looking to procure a service for the provision of Waste Collection & Disposal to 3 Leisure Centres in the district. The contract is expected to start on 1 April 2026, with a duration of 3 years with an optional extension of 1 + 1 Year. This service is a critical component of TDC's paid-for waste collection; the existing contract expires on 31st March 2026. The service is statutory under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and relates to the safe handling, collection, and disposal of hazardous, non-hazardous and washroom waste from centers. This procurement exercise will include 3 locations: - Clacton Leisure Centre, CO15 6DB - Dovercourt Bay Lifestyles, CO12 3TA - Walton-on-the-Naze Lifestyle, CO14 8PZ The waste disposal will encompass several elements: - Bulk General Waste (Inc. Food waste) - Washroom Waste (Sanitary Waste, Nappies, Sharps, Hazardous) - Dry Mixed Recycling Waste Each sites needs are different and suppliers are advised to ensure they understand the need of each sites waste disposal and facilitation requirements. The contract will include the provision of bins by the supplier, collection and disposal. There are currently days scheduled for collection, and suppliers are expected to liaise with the leisure centres upon award of the contract to ensure a smooth transition of services within the mobilisation period. The purpose of this procurement is to secure a reliable, suitably qualified, licensed and efficient partner who will be responsible for the administrative management, timely collection and disposal of waste from commercial centres within the district of Tendring. The supplier will be responsible for the provision, collection and disposal of waste in line with regulations.

Planning Information

https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=368a3486-b0ef-f011-813c-005056b64545

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0603a7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019862-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins

90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
20 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TENDRING DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CLACTON-ON-SEA
Postcode
CO15 1SE
Post Town
Colchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
TLH3 Essex

Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Moulsham and Central
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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