Tender

FLS-1801 Waste Management Services

FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND

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Tender

04 Mar 2026 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) has initiated a procurement process for waste management services across Scotland, aiming to enhance its operations in the sector of refuse and waste-related services. The tender is in the active stage, inviting submissions to provide comprehensive waste management solutions that include collection and disposal services for various waste types. With an estimated contract value of £833,333.33, the buying organisation seeks to secure these services for a period of three years, with an optional extension of up to two additional years. The tender employs an open procedure, and submissions are due by 10th April 2026, with the award period commencing later that day. This procurement is a significant opportunity for businesses in the UKM region, specifically those with experience in servicing large-scale environmental management projects.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specializing in waste management, including refuse disposal, recycling, and specialised services such as skip hire. Amidst increasing demand for sustainable solutions, companies with advanced capabilities in hazardous waste management and recycling will find the contract requirements particularly aligned with their expertise. It also offers growth prospects for firms looking to expand or solidify their presence in Scotland's environmental sector. Given FLS's role in promoting biodiversity and supporting Scotland's rural economy, participation could enhance a company's portfolio and reputation in sustainable practices. Suppliers should prepare to meet technical and qualitative criteria, emphasizing their proficiency in the sector, to ensure competitiveness and compliance with FLS's stringent evaluation standards.

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Notice Title

FLS-1801 Waste Management Services

Notice Description

Forestry and Land Scotland requires a national Contract for an all-encompassing waste management service covering the collection and disposal of a wide range of waste types across its sites in Scotland. This includes waste generated from fleet and workshop operations, general waste, recyclable materials, hazardous waste, and specialised services such as skip hire and collections.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Forestry and Land Scotland looks after the national forests and land to enhance biodiversity, support tourism, and increase access to the green spaces that will help improve Scotland's physical and mental health and well-being. Forestry and Land Scotland also continues to provide vital timber supplies to support a sustainable rural economy. Further information on who the Purchaser is and what it does can be found here: https://forestryandland.gov.scot/. Forestry and Land Scotland requires a national Contract for an all-encompassing waste management service covering the collection and disposal of a wide range of waste types across its sites in Scotland. This includes waste generated from fleet and workshop operations, general waste, recyclable materials, hazardous waste, and specialised services such as skip hire and collections. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: 3 Year contract with optional extension of up to 2 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066228
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019505-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
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

19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

19640000 - Polythene waste and refuse sacks and bags

34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins

44613700 - Refuse skips

44613800 - Containers for waste material

77300000 - Horticultural services

90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

90510000 - Refuse disposal and treatment

90511000 - Refuse collection services

90514000 - Refuse recycling services

90533000 - Waste-tip management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£833,333 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
2031

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV3 8NW
Post Town
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness West
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

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