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Container and Skip Repair, Refurbishment and New Skip Procurement - Preliminary Market Engagement

YORWASTE LIMITED

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24 Mar 2026 at 16:20

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

YORWASTE LIMITED, a public authority in Northallerton, United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage of its procurement process for "Container and Skip Repair, Refurbishment, and New Skip Procurement." This initiative falls under the industry category of container handling and metal fabrication services and is set in the UKE22 region. Suppliers interested in participating are encouraged to engage in a Preliminary Market Engagement exercise by 24th April 2026, as this will help refine the procurement approach. The procurement activity is likely to be divided into two tenders, focusing on skip repair and refurbishment services, and the supply of new skips. Communication about the forthcoming tender notice is scheduled for 25th May 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in metal container repair, industrial refurbishment, and skip manufacturing. With an operational fleet exceeding 900 containers, YORWASTE aims to tackle both ongoing repair needs and growth requirements through this procurement. Businesses with expertise in structural steel repair, welding, container manufacture, and logistics are well-suited for this venture. The potential contracts will engage suppliers in various services, including refurbishment work and the supply of diverse container types, underpinned by a framework agreement conducive to long-term business engagement. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are welcomed to apply, showcasing capabilities in innovative solutions and competitive pricing strategies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Container and Skip Repair, Refurbishment and New Skip Procurement - Preliminary Market Engagement

Notice Description

Yorwaste is undertaking early market engagement to inform its upcoming procurement activities relating to its operational skip fleet covering chain-lift skips and roll-on/roll-off (RORO) containers of various sizes. This includes both the repair and refurbishment of existing containers and the purchase of new skips to support fleet replacement and growth requirements. Yorwaste's current operational fleet has over 900 containers with varying ongoing repair and refurbishment requirements anticipated throughout each year. Skip types include: 8 Yard Chain Lift Open & Enclosed, 12 Yard Open/Enclosed/REL, 14 Yard Enclosed, 16 Yard Chain Lift Open, 16 Yard Open Hook, 20/35/40 Yard RORO, 40 yard RORO enclosed. The scale and range of the skip fleet presents a significant opportunity for suppliers within the metal fabrication, container repair, and industrial refurbishment sector and skip manufacturing. We encourage suppliers that can fulfill both or either requirement to apply to help us shape the future procurement requirement. Prior to initiating any procurement procedure, Yorwaste wishes to engage the market to discuss topics including: - feasible repair turnaround times, - repair/refurbishment price structures, - Transportation, collection, and return logistics, - workshop capacity and throughput capabilities, - Approaches to improving lifecycle, durability, and engineering quality, - innovation in coatings, welding, and refurbishment, - potential contract duration and commercial models. -Capacity to supply new skips in line with Yorwaste specifications -Contract duration, mobilisation requirements, and commercial models The procurement will most likely consist of two separate tenders: Tender 1: Skip Repair & Refurbishment Services The service scope will include (but not be limited to): - Structural steel repair - Welding, reinforcement and strengthening - Replacement of panels, bases and hook bars - Door and locking mechanism repair (enclosed units) - Complete refurbishments, including blasting, preparation, repainting, and protective coatings - Safety marking replacement - Collection and return of skips across 3 x YO/DL postcodes - Inspection, reporting, and warranty provision Tender 2: Supply of New Skips (to be procured via an approved framework) This tender will cover the manufacture and supply of: -Chain-lift skips -RORO containers (various sizes) -Any additional waste container types required during the contract period Specifications, quantities, and framework requirements will be detailed in the procurement documents.

Planning Information

You do not need to be able to provide both services to take part. We encourage suppliers to participate whether they can meet one or both of the requirements, as your feedback will be instrumental in informing the future procurement approach. Suppliers who wish to participate in this Preliminary Market Engagement exercise should request an RFI questionnaire by emailing: Karolina.Krucovska@yorwaste.co.uk Please include the following detail in your message: "PME - Skip Repairs & Refurbishment - [this notice number]" Your Full name Your Company name Contact details (E-mail and phone number) In return we will send you a non-binding RFI questionnaire which should be completed and returned by 5pm on Friday, 24th of April at the latest. Optional supplier meeting: - A single Microsoft Teams meeting (up to 1 hour) can be offered upon request to discuss the requirements. - Suppliers must specifically request a meeting when contacting the Authority. - Meetings are strictly limited to one per company to ensure fairness. The RFI will request non‑binding information covering capabilities, indicative pricing, lead times, warranty support, logistics, innovation, and supply capacity for both refurbishment and new skip manufacture. Please do not submit formal tenders or detailed commercial proposals at this stage. All clarification responses will be shared with participants to ensure transparency. This Notice is for information only. The information contained in this notice, including information relating to the nature and scope of the requirements, the estimated value, the service classification of this requirement and the list of CPV codes, is only indicative of current thinking and is neither exhaustive nor binding and the Authority reserves the right at its absolute discretion to amend it at the time of issue of any further notices or at any other time. The publication of this notice in no way obliges the Authority to commence any competitive tender process. The Authority is not and shall not be liable for any costs incurred by those expressing an interest in participating in this premarket engagement exercise.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067328
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026992-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

44613400 - Storage containers

44613700 - Refuse skips

44613800 - Containers for waste material

45453100 - Refurbishment work

50514000 - Repair and maintenance services of metal containers

63111000 - Container handling services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
25 May 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
YORWASTE LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHALLERTON
Postcode
DL6 2YD
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE22 North Yorkshire
Delivery Location
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Local Authority
North Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Northallerton North & Brompton
Westminster Constituency
Richmond and Northallerton

Further Information

Notice Documents

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