Planning

Principal Contractor - ReActon Circular Economy Hub

WEST LONDON WASTE AUTHORITY

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Planning

16 Mar 2026 at 14:58

Summary of the contracting process

West London Waste Authority is initiating the planning stage of a tender process, seeking a principal contractor to develop the ReActon Circular Economy Hub at South Acton, London. This project aims to transform a former Household Reuse and Recycling Centre into a dynamic hub supporting reuse, repair, and community engagement. By leveraging modular or adaptable structures, the hub strives to integrate circular economy principles into its architecture. The authority is inviting market engagement opportunities, with a response deadline set for Friday, 10th April 2026. Potential bidders are encouraged to partake in this engagement to inform and refine the future procurement process scheduled to commence in May 2026.

This tender presents exciting opportunities for businesses specializing in modular construction, adaptive reuse, and community-centered infrastructure projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as contractors with expertise in circular construction methods, are particularly suitable to compete for this contract. Participants can influence the project’s phased delivery approach and help ensure alignment with circular economy objectives. Engaging with West London Waste Authority now will allow businesses to demonstrate their capabilities and innovate in sustainable construction solutions, potentially positioning themselves as preferred partners for future collaborations and procurement activities within this burgeoning sector.

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Notice Title

Principal Contractor - ReActon Circular Economy Hub

Notice Description

Principal Contractor - ReAcCton Circular Economy Hub Introduction West London Waste Authority (WLWA) is a statutory Waste Disposal Authority (WDA) established in 1986. WLWA is responsible for disposing of waste collected by the London Boroughs of Brent, Ealing, Harrow, Hillingdon, Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames. The Authority serves a population of approximately 1.7 million residents across an area of 38,000 hectares. Waste Authorities have a vital role in enabling a circular economy and supporting residents to adopt more sustainable behaviours. As part of this commitment, WLWA has established a dedicated Circular Economy Team to drive innovative change across the waste sector. The 'ReActon' Circular Economy Hub forms part of WLWA's wider programme to transform traditional waste infrastructure into modern circular economy facilities that prioritise reuse repair skills development and community engagement. The authority is seeking innovative and practical construction partners who can translate circular economy principles into robust, attractive and adaptable built solutions suitable for an operational waste and reuse environment. ReActon - Circular Economy Hub In partnership with Ealing Council, WLWA is developing the ReActon Circular Economy Hub- a waste and reuse site of the future. Located at a former Household Reuse and Recycling Centre in South Acton, the Hub will provide facilities where residents can access and purchase reused items, repair broken goods, learn skills to extend product lifetimes, and participate in activities that support environmental, social, and economic sustainability in the local area. Project Snapshot * Project: ReActon Circular Economy Hub * Location: South Acton, London * Client: West London Waste Authority (WLWA) * Partner Authority: London Borough of Ealing (LBE) * Site: Former Household Reuse and Recycling Centre* * Delivery Approach: Phased installation of modular or adaptable structures * Objective: Development of a community-facing circular economy hub incorporating reuse retail repair space skills and learning areas and supporting infrastructure. *The site is roughly 42,000 sq ft (3900m2) and does not currently have access to electricity, gas, water or wastewater removal. These utility works are planned, and timelines will be shared with any interested contractors. Market Engagement WLWA is seeking expressions of interest from suitably experienced principal contractors to support the delivery of the ReActon Circular Economy Hub. Contractors will be Expected to support the delivery of the hub through a flexible and phased approach including: - Provision and installation of temporary, modular, or adaptable building structures including a site office, events space, re-use shop, toilets and storage facilities - Refurbishment or repurposing of existing structures where appropriate - Phased design and delivery, enabling the Hub to evolve over time as activities develop - Integration of circular construction principles, including the use of reclaimed materials, repurposed structures and design approaches that enable future adoption, relocation or reuse - Collaboration with WLWA and partners to ensure the site provides welcoming and practical spaces for community reuse and repair activity. Delivery Partner Profile WLWA is particularly interested in engaging with contractors that have experience in one or more of the following areas: * Modular or prefabricated construction systems * Adaptive reuse or repurposing of structures or materials * Delivery of projects within live working environments * Circular construction approaches including reclaimed or reused materials * Community facing infrastructure such as reuse centres repair spaces workshops or social enterprise facilities * Collaborative design and build approaches that support phase delivery The authority welcomes responses from small and medium sized enterprises specialist modular providers and contractors with innovative construction approaches. Market Engagement Questions As part of this engagement exercise WLWA would welcome feedback from interested contractors on the following areas: 1. What types of modular, adaptable or repurposed building solutions could be suitable for the purpose proposed hub? 2. What approaches could support phase delivery allowing the site to evolve over time while maintaining operational functionality? 3. How could circular construction principles be incorporated in a practical and cost-effective way 4. What challenges should be considered when delivering modular or adaptable structures within working site? 5. Other innovative construction approaches materials or layouts that could help maximise reuse, flexibility and longevity of the buildings? 6. What procurement or delivery models would best support collaborative design development between the contractor and WLWA 7. Please confirm whether your organisation is currently appointed to any public sector construction, modular, refurbishment, or related frameworks through which this project could be procured Engagement Opportunities WLWA welcomes early engagement with potential delivery partners. Interested contractors may: * Request further information about the project * Submit written responses to the engagement questions * Arrange a short introductory discussion with the project team * Express interest in attending a site visit or market engagement session. These discussions will help inform the authorities approach to the future procurement process scheduled to commence in May 2026. Contact: - Amy Baxter - Email: amybaxter@westlondonwaste.gov.uk Response deadline to questions is Friday the 10th of April at 12:00 Midday. This project forms part of WLWA's wider programme of reuse and recycling infrastructure improvements and will help inform future circular economy infrastructure projects across the Authority. The information gathered through this market engagement exercise will be used by WLWA solely to help shape and refine the future procurement approach for the ReActon Circular Economy Hub. Supplier feedback will support WLWA in developing a more informed and realistic scope of requirements, identifying practical delivery options, assessing viable procurement routes (including potential use of existing frameworks), and understanding indicative cost drivers to ensure alignment with the project budget. Insights from this exercise will also help WLWA refine the project's phased delivery methodology and ensure the specification is achievable, commercially attractive, and appropriate for the market. This market engagement exercise is not part of a formal procurement process. Participation or non participation will not be taken into account in any future procurement.

Planning Information

Market Engagement Questions As part of this engagement exercise WLWA would welcome feedback from interested contractors on the following areas: 1. What types of modular, adaptable or repurposed building solutions could be suitable for the purpose proposed hub? 2. What approaches could support phase delivery allowing the site to evolve over time while maintaining operational functionality? 3. How could circular construction principles be incorporated in a practical and cost-effective way 4. What challenges should be considered when delivering modular or adaptable structures within working site? 5. Other innovative construction approaches materials or layouts that could help maximise reuse, flexibility and longevity of the buildings? 6. What procurement or delivery models would best support collaborative design development between the contractor and WLWA 7. Please confirm whether your organisation is currently appointed to any public sector construction, modular, refurbishment, or related frameworks through which this project could be procured Engagement Opportunities WLWA welcomes early engagement with potential delivery partners. Interested contractors may: • Request further information about the project • Submit written responses to the engagement questions • Arrange a short introductory discussion with the project team • Express interest in attending a site visit or market engagement session. These discussions will help inform the authorities approach to the future procurement process scheduled to commence in May 2026. *** Response deadline is Friday the 10th of April at 12:00 Midday ***

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066b3d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023602-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

44100000 - Construction materials and associated items

44211000 - Prefabricated buildings

45450000 - Other building completion work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 May 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Nov 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST LONDON WASTE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST DRAYTON
Postcode
UB7 7PN
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Hillingdon
Electoral Ward
West Drayton
Westminster Constituency
Hayes and Harlington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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