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PP-10181 Cornwall Education Learning Trust Waste

CORNWALL EDUCATION LEARNING TRUST

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11 Feb 2026 at 15:13

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Cornwall Education Learning Trust is seeking bids for a waste management service to oversee the collection and management of various types of waste across 18 schools in Cornwall. This procurement process, designated under project reference PP-10181, is being organised through an open procedure and is currently at the tender stage. Interested parties have until 23rd March 2026 at 12:00 PM to submit their offers, while enquiries should be made by 13th March 2026. The contract, involving refuse and waste related services, is valued at £495,000 and spans a 3-year period, with potential extensions. The tender is managed by Place Group Ltd, acting as procurement agents for the Trust. The services will be delivered in a manner that supports sustainability and minimises disruption to school operations.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for waste management firms specialising in sustainable practices, particularly those capable of handling mixed recycling, food waste, confidential waste, and hazardous materials. Businesses with proven expertise in eco-friendly and efficient waste collection services could leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio and strengthen ties within the education sector. The project prioritises quality, with 60% of the assessment focused on this criterion, providing a prime opportunity for firms committed to delivering high-standard services. Suitable bidders should be prepared to submit responses electronically via the In-Tend portal, ensuring compliance with the trust’s procurement policy.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PP-10181 Cornwall Education Learning Trust Waste

Notice Description

Cornwall Education Learning Trust (CELT) is a multi-academy trust responsible for the operation of a diverse portfolio of primary and secondary schools across Cornwall. The Trust is committed to providing safe, sustainable and well-managed learning environments, underpinned by strong governance, statutory compliance and value for money. As part of this commitment, CELT requires a reliable, compliant and environmentally responsible waste management service across 18 of its schools. The scope of services includes the collection and management of General Waste, Dry Mixed Recycling, Food Waste, Confidential Waste, and small volumes of hazardous waste, delivered in a manner that prioritises health and safety, minimises disruption to school operations, and supports the Trust's sustainability objectives, including waste reduction and landfill diversion. Further information on the Client's requirements can be found at Attachment 1a Specification and Attachment 1b Client Data. The Contract period will be for 3 years initially, with the option to extend for two further one-year periods at the discretion of the Client.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Option to extend for two further one-year periods at the discretion of the Client.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064e27
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012519-2026
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
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
£495,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£495,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
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
CORNWALL EDUCATION LEARNING TRUST
Additional Buyers

PLACE GROUP LTD

Contact Name
Miranda Farland
Contact Email
info@celtrust.org, miranda.farland@place-group.com
Contact Phone
+448452577050

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWQUAY
Postcode
TR7 2LZ
Post Town
Truro
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
Penzance Promenade
Westminster Constituency
St Ives

Further Information

Notice Documents

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