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Provision of Disposal of Illegal Vapes

LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON

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18 Feb 2026 at 11:09

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Hillingdon has recently completed the procurement process for the 'Provision of Disposal of Illegal Vapes' under its responsibility. As a public authority within the sub-central government classification, the borough sought services related to toxic waste disposal in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive. The contract was awarded via a direct method, below the competitive threshold, indicating that the procurement did not require competition. The contract commenced on 19th September 2025 and is set to conclude on 18th September 2026. The contract duties involve collection, transportation, destruction, and provision of Certificates of Destruction for illegal vapes, focusing on Uxbridge, UK. The award was finalised on 18th February 2026.

The provision of disposal services for illegal vapes presents significant business opportunities for waste management companies, particularly those specialised in toxic waste disposal. Large-scale enterprises with the expertise and facilities to manage such waste efficiently are ideal candidates to engage in similar opportunities. Additionally, businesses able to comply with regulatory directives such as WEEE and provide comprehensive services such as collection, transportation, and recycling could enhance their service offerings and market presence. This procurement highlights potential growth sectors for businesses aiming to collaborate with local government for eco-friendly initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Disposal of Illegal Vapes

Notice Description

Provision of disposal of illegal vapes in accordance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive The contractor will provide the following services: Collection of the vapes from the ITSF and ETSF cargo shed. Transportation of the goods to the contractor's recycling and destruction facility. Weighing of the goods and recording of the quantities received. Destruction of the goods, with recycling undertaken wherever possible. Issuing a Certificate of Destruction to the London Borough of Hillingdon once the goods have been destroyed.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0656d6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014654-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90523000 - Toxic waste disposal services except radioactive waste and contaminated soil

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
18 Sep 2025 - 18 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@hillingdon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
UXBRIDGE
Postcode
UB8 1UW
Post Town
Southall
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Hillingdon
Electoral Ward
Uxbridge
Westminster Constituency
Uxbridge and South Ruislip

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WASTECARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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