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Caddy liners ( compostable and plastic ) 2026

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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23 Apr 2026 at 14:51

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Essex County Council's "Caddy liners (compostable and plastic) 2026" contract has reached the award stage. This contract involves the supply of polythene waste and refuse sacks and bags, specifically 7L food waste liners made of plastic and compostable materials. The award was made on 15th April 2026 under a selective procurement method as part of a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £221,103, will commence on 6th May 2026 and conclude on 1st September 2026, covering the Chelmsford area within the United Kingdom, with Essex County Council serving as the buyer.

This tender presents a robust opportunity for businesses specialising in waste management and sustainable materials, particularly those capable of providing suitable products for food waste recycling. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and companies with expertise in manufacturing or supplying compostable and plastic liners could find potential for business growth by engaging in similar procurement processes with councils or sub-central governmental bodies. Cromwell Polythene Limited, an established supplier with significant experience in this sector, is involved, showcasing the relevance for businesses focused on ecological solutions and bulk supply capabilities.

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Notice Title

Caddy liners ( compostable and plastic ) 2026

Notice Description

19,000 no - 7L - 52/roll Plastic Natural T-Shirt Food Waste Liner lot 10 292,000 no - 7L - 52/roll Compostable Green Food Waste Liner lot 9 Total: 311,000

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0689ec
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037227-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials


CPV Codes

19640000 - Polythene waste and refuse sacks and bags

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£221,103 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
5 May 2026 - 1 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM1 1QH
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Moulsham and Central
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CROMWELL POLYTHENE

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