Planning

Collection, Transport, and Disposal of Animal By-Products

LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

20 Jan 2026 at 16:32

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Liverpool City Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Collection, Transport, and Disposal of Animal By-Products." The procurement falls under the industry category of refuse and waste-related services and is intended for the delivery region UKD72 in the United Kingdom. A key deadline is set for 4th February 2026 for the submission of the soft market template as part of the market engagement process. This procurement activity seeks to appoint a qualified waste contractor to manage the collection, transport, and disposal of animal by-products, compliant with EU regulations. The planned contract period is from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2028, with options for renewal, amounting to a gross value of £200,000.

Businesses specialising in waste management services, particularly those with experience in handling animal by-products and compliance with EU waste regulations, will find significant growth opportunities in this tender. The engagement process allows suppliers to highlight their capabilities and adapt to specific service requirements outlined by the Council. It is a promising opportunity for companies with a track record in sustainable waste management practices, offering a prospect to establish long-term partnerships with Liverpool City Council and expand their service portfolio in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Collection, Transport, and Disposal of Animal By-Products

Notice Description

To appointment an approved waste contractor to oversee and implement the collection, transport and disposal of rejected consignments of Products of Animal Origin (POAO) and Foods of Non-Animal Origin (FNAO), including Category 1, Category 2, and Category 3 materials, in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1069/2009 and its implementing legislation.

Planning Information

The engagement will focus on gathering market insight, assessing supplier capability, and refining the proposed procurement approach. This will include discussion of service requirements, delivery expectations, and any anticipated challenges. market insight supplier capability procurement approach Suppliers wishing to participate in the engagement process should return the soft market template (available once signed into pro contract, ref DN803861 . The form should include company details, relevant experience, and confirmation of attendance at the scheduled events. procurement portal submission company details relevant experience Clarification Questions Any clarification questions relating to the engagement or the forthcoming procurement exercise must be submitted through the pro contract portal. Responses will be shared with all participating suppliers to ensure transparency and equal access to information.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060a66
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005015-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
4 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialprocurement@liverpool.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 1DS
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD72 Liverpool
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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