Tender

Renewal of Septic Tank Plant - Courtenay Cottages, Washfield

MID DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

09 Feb 2026 at 13:57

Summary of the contracting process

Mid Devon District Council is currently inviting tenders for the "Renewal of Septic Tank Plant – Courtenay Cottages, Washfield". This procurement, categorised under 'Sewage services', requires the removal, disposal of old treatment plant, and installation of a new one at a new location. The project is located at Courtenay Cottages, in the UKK4 region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process is at the Tender stage and follows an open procurement method, specifically a below-threshold open competition. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 12:00 on 11th March 2026, with the enquiry period closing on 23rd February 2026 at 17:00. The contract period is scheduled from 3rd April 2026 to 2nd March 2027.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in sewage services, particularly those with expertise in treatment plant installation and replacement. With a total contract value of up to £50,000, it is particularly inviting for SMEs and VCSEs. The process allows for electronic submissions, promoting accessibility for smaller enterprises. Companies capable of providing British Water-accredited engineers and meeting the necessary insurance requirements are well-situated to compete. This project not only offers a chance to expand service portfolios but also allows for strengthening organisational credibility through public sector engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Renewal of Septic Tank Plant - Courtenay Cottages, Washfield

Notice Description

Removal and disposal of old treatment plant / Supply & install new treatment plant in new location.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064b2b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011396-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90400000 - Sewage services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£41,667 Under £100K
Lots Value
£41,667 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 2026Today
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Apr 2026 - 2 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
MID DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Carol Burnell
Contact Email
cburnell@middevon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1884255255

Buyer Location

Locality
TIVERTON
Postcode
EX16 6PP
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
Mid Devon
Electoral Ward
Tiverton Castle
Westminster Constituency
Tiverton and Minehead

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