Commercial Food Waste Collection and Recovery Service

CITY OF DONCASTER COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

27 Apr 2026 at 12:00

Tender

10 Feb 2026 at 16:31

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Doncaster Council has concluded the procurement process for a Commercial Food Waste Collection and Recovery Service within Doncaster, United Kingdom. The contract, which falls under the services category for refuse disposal and treatment, aims to manage food waste from commercial entities such as businesses, educational institutions, and municipal buildings. The procurement method used was an open procedure, ensuring an inclusive tendering process that concluded on 27th April 2026, with the award notice published the same day. The awarded contract to Ellgia Ltd is valued at £230,000, with key milestones including a contract period starting on 18th May 2026, potentially extending until 2030. The award was pending as of mid-April, with the standstill period set to end on 7th May 2026, and the contract signature scheduled for 15th May 2026.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in waste management services, particularly those adept in handling and recovering food waste. With the emphasis on quality, price, and social value as award criteria, firms providing innovative, cost-effective, and socially responsible solutions would be well-poised to excel. The contract not only promises a substantial monetary value but also extension prospects, providing participating businesses with the chance to establish long-term partnerships with the City of Doncaster Council. Small to medium enterprises in waste management service can leverage this contract to enhance their credibility and expand their service outreach within and beyond the local region.

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Notice Title

Commercial Food Waste Collection and Recovery Service

Notice Description

Provide for the collection and treatment of food waste ("Contract Waste") from commercial sources (businesses, educational establishments and municipal buildings) located within the City.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064d1f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038017-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
18 May 2026 - 4 Apr 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
2027-11-22

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF DONCASTER COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DONCASTER
Postcode
DN1 3BU
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE35 Doncaster
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Doncaster
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Doncaster Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELLGIA

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