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UKRI-5294 Integrated Waste Management & Recycling BGS

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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Award

23 Apr 2026 at 14:11

Tender

24 Feb 2026 at 14:31

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has resulted in an award for a tender titled "UKRI-5294 Integrated Waste Management & Recycling BGS" located in Keyworth, Nottingham. The procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on refuse collection services. This tender follows an open procedure method within the planning, tender, and award stages. The contract value stands at £320,000, with key procurement dates including a contract commencement on 11th May 2026 and potential extensions up to 2030. UKRI, a central government agency, is responsible for this tender, aiming to ensure efficient waste management solutions at their single site location.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in waste management and recycling services, fostering potential growth through long-term partnerships. Companies such as Biffa Waste Services Ltd, the awarded supplier, are well-suited to compete due to their experience and capability to deliver high-quality refuse collection services. Large enterprises with expertise in integrated waste solutions are likely to benefit, leveraging their scale to meet the contract's technical and quality requirements. Such opportunities offer a strategic pathway for businesses aiming to expand their footprint in the public sector and contribute to sustainable environmental solutions.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5294 Integrated Waste Management & Recycling BGS

Notice Description

Integrated Waste Management & Recycling BGS Keyworth Nottingham

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: UKRI may extend this initial 12-month Contract for a period of up to 3 x 12 months by giving not less than 3 months' notice in writing to the Service Provider prior to the Expiry Date. The terms and conditions of this Contract shall apply throughout any such extended period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065b20
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037183-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90511000 - Refuse collection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£320,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£320,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£320,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Apr 2026Yesterday
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 10 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
2030-02-25

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BIFFA WASTE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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