This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

05 Jun 2026 at 08:54

Tender

04 Mar 2026 at 16:25

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by East Suffolk Services Limited focused on the "Collection, Transport and Disposal of Septic Tank Waste" within the UKH14 region (East Suffolk district, United Kingdom). This contract involves offering both a planned service and a reactive service, including out-of-hours cover, for East Suffolk Council and commercial clients. This procurement, conducted through an open procedure, was initiated on 4th March 2026, with the tender phase concluding on 13th April 2026. Following the evaluation of bids, the contract award was finalised on 5th June 2026, with Biomarsh Environmental Ltd being awarded the contract valued at £270,735. Key milestones include the contract signature due by 25th June 2026, and the contract period commencing on 2nd July 2026 and potentially extending to 1st July 2029.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses engaged in environmental services, particularly those specialising in sewage and waste management. SMEs, especially those with capabilities in sewage removal and disposal, as well as septic tank emptying, will find this contract an apt opportunity. The evaluation criteria emphasised both price and quality, making it suitable for businesses that can offer competitive pricing while maintaining high service standards. Furthermore, the potential for a 12-month extension based on performance provides an incentive for businesses to exhibit excellence in service delivery. This contract supports small to medium enterprises, aligning with the government's focus on leveraging public procurement for regional business growth and sustainability.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Collection, Transport and Disposal of Septic Tank Waste

Notice Description

East Suffolk Services Limited are looking for a service provider to provide a limited, planned service and a reactive service for the provision of a collection, transport and removal of septic waste services for both East Suffolk Council and commercial clients on behalf of East Suffolk Services Limited ("ESSL", "the Company"). This service is to include Out of Hours cover for the East Suffolk district.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Optional additional extension of one year subject to supplier performance and funding.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06627a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053147-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90410000 - Sewage removal services

90430000 - Sewage disposal services

90460000 - Cesspool or septic tank emptying services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£226,666 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£226,666 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£270,735 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 1 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUFFOLK SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WOODBRIDGE
Postcode
IP12 1RT
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
TLH14 Suffolk CC

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Melton
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BIOMARSH ENVIRONMENTAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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