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UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

10 Jul 2026 at 09:27

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

20 May 2026 at 13:59

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence in the United Kingdom is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process focused on the Collection, Storage, Sale, Disposal, and Recycling of Scrap Metal Assets and Batteries. This initiative includes non-hazardous Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment (WEEE) and redundant assets. The procurement process, identified as the UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement, aims to gather market information through a Request for Information (RFI) with a submission deadline of 7th August 2026. The RFI is part of early market engagement activities intended to inform future procurement strategies. Interested suppliers are encouraged to register and participate via the given platform, with a supplier engagement event anticipated thereafter. The procurement strategy stresses compliance, environmental protection, and operational efficiency, involving a contract slated to commence on 1st June 2027 and run till 31st May 2031, with possibilities for extension.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in waste management and recycling, with a focus on metals, batteries, and electronic waste. The Ministry of Defence seeks suppliers capable of supporting efficient service delivery with innovative, scalable solutions that enhance resilience and optimise performance. Businesses adept at delivering environmentally sustainable solutions and those with capabilities in handling and processing scrap metals at scale are well-suited to compete. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to express interest, highlighting the procurement's accessibility to flexible and competitive market players. This framework agreement represents a substantial financial opportunity with a planned contract value reaching up to £18.8 million, subject to renewal and extension, making it an attractive proposal for businesses aiming to expand their portfolio in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement

Notice Description

Collection, Storage, Sale, Disposal and Recycling of Scrap Metal Assets and Batteries, including non-hazardous Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment (WEEE) and redundant assets

Planning Information

This is a Preliminary Market Engagement Notice (UK2) issued to inform the market of early engagement activities in a Request for Information (RFI). Participation in this exercise: • Is voluntary • Will not be formally evaluated • Will not confer any advantage or disadvantage in any future procurement The Defence Recycling and Disposal Team would like to understand the industry options available for the Collection, Storage, Sale, Disposal and Recycling of Scrap Metal Assets and Batteries, including non-hazardous Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment (WEEE) and redundant assets. The figures provided in the Request for Information provide an indication of throughput under the current contract and are intended to support suppliers in understanding the scale, consistency, and potential of the requirement. They are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute a commitment or guarantee of future volumes or demand. Based on a typical 12-month period, approximate activity levels are: • Total number of taskings: 2273 These volumes demonstrate a steady and sustained level of operational activity, providing a strong and reliable baseline for service delivery. The Authority anticipates an ongoing requirement of this nature and is seeking to establish a collaborative, long-term relationship with a supplier capable of supporting evolving operational needs. The contract offers opportunities for suppliers to add value through efficient delivery models, innovation, and continuous improvement, particularly in response to fluctuating demand and operational priorities. Suppliers are encouraged to propose flexible and scalable solutions that enhance resilience, optimise performance, and support future growth in the requirement. The Authority requires a Contractor (s) to provide a compliant, safe, and efficient service for the Collection, Storage, Sale, Disposal and Recycling of Scrap Metal Assets and Batteries, including non-hazardous Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment (WEEE) and redundant assets arising from: • Military establishments (bases, depots, airfields, shipyards) • Government civilian establishments (offices) The service shall ensure full legal compliance, environmental protection, and minimal disruption to operational activities. The Authority is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to: Through this RFI, the Authority is seeking to understand how the market can support a compliant, resilient and value-for-money service for the collection, storage, sale, disposal and recycling of MOD scrap metal assets, batteries, non-hazardous WEEE and other redundant assets. In addition to confirming current market capability and capacity, the Authority is interested in how suppliers can support improved traceability, environmental outcomes, circular economy principles, UK-based recovery or processing capacity, and the potential retention or better utilisation of strategic materials. The information gathered will help inform the Authority’s future procurement strategy, commercial model and performance framework. This RFI aims to achieve the following outcomes: • Understand market capability and capacity • Identify compliant and innovative waste management solutions • Gather input on commercial models and delivery approaches • Inform a potential future procurement strategy Suppliers interested in participating in this RFI should: 1. Register via: https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=61276 2. Access the RFI documentation 3. Submit responses by: 16:00 on 7th August 2026. Clarification Questions by 16:00hrs on 24th July 2026 to DESOD-DRDTContractRelet@mod.gov.uk The Authority intends to hold a supplier engagement event / open forum via teams following the RFI phase. • This event will be open to all interested suppliers, including those who did not respond to the RFI • Details will be communicated via email and/or future notice The Authority may share anonymised findings from the RFI to support transparency and equal access to information. Suppliers should clearly identify any commercially sensitive information in their responses. The Authority reserves the right to: • Amend or discontinue this engagement • Use information gathered to inform any future procurement • This notice is not a call for competition.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069db3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065019-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

14 - Mining, basic metals and related products

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

14700000 - Basic metals

14800000 - Miscellaneous non-metallic mineral products

14910000 - Recovered secondary metal raw materials

31400000 - Accumulators, primary cells and primary batteries

79342100 - Direct marketing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,800,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
7 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2027 - 31 May 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BICESTER
Postcode
OX25 1NY
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cherwell
Electoral Ward
Launton and Otmoor
Westminster Constituency
Bicester and Woodstock

Further Information

Notice Documents

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