Tender

Provision of a Container Delivery and Management Tender

CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

12 Feb 2026 at 10:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Canterbury City Council, a sub-central government public authority located in Canterbury, United Kingdom, is seeking suppliers for the "Provision of a Container Delivery and Management" tender. This procurement falls under the industry categories of waste and rubbish containers and bins, as well as home delivery of provisions, with services to be delivered in the region of South East England (UKJ4). The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with an open procedure method allowing interested suppliers to submit their tenders electronically through the Kent Business Portal. Key deadlines include the tender submission deadline of 12:00 on Friday 20 March 2026, an enquiry period closing on 17 March 2026, and an award period ending by 6 April 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1 May 2026 and run until 31 January 2029, with possible extension for an additional year upon satisfactory service performance.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focusing on waste management and logistics. With a total contract value of approximately £558,000, the provision of such services offers businesses an opportunity to expand their operations in the public authority sector, securing long-term engagements with Canterbury City Council and the Canterbury Environment Company. Businesses with expertise in similar provisions are encouraged to participate, and those able to offer competitive pricing and high-quality services stand a favourable chance, given the weight of the award criteria split between price (30%) and quality (70%). This tender not only offers an initial project but possible contract renewal, promising further growth and stability for the winning supplier. Suppliers interested in participating must ensure registration and expression of interest via the Kent Business Portal to access detailed tender documentation and related instructions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a Container Delivery and Management Tender

Notice Description

Canterbury City Council on behalf of Canterbury Environment Company ("CEC") wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the provision of a Container Delivery and Management Tender and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet the requirements. The specific requirements for the above are detailed in in the Suite of documents. It should be noted that by submitting a tender, you confirm that you understand and can meet these requirements. The Contract is anticipated to commence 01 May 2026 and the contract end date will be 31 January 2029 (unless terminated early in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract), and may be extended for a period of 12 months subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at CEC's entire discretion. Any such extension shall be on the same terms and conditions of this Contract and shall be subject to mutual agreement in writing. Full details and requirements are included within the Invitation to Tender Documentation. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. Attachments: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Friday 20 March 2026 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered). For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Canterbury:-Waste-and-rubbish-containers-and-bins./63A5S5R67H To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/63A5S5R67H

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: May be extended for a period of 12 months subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at CEC's entire discretion. Any such extension shall be on the same terms and conditions of this Contract and shall be subject to mutual agreement in writing

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064e92
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012701-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins

85312200 - Homedelivery of provisions

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£465,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£465,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 2-3 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
CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@canterbury.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01227862000

Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY
Postcode
CT1 2UR
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent
Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Westgate
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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