Planning

Dry Mixed Recycling

BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

21 May 2026 at 15:22

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Dry Mixed Recycling" project is being led by Birmingham City Council, classified as a public authority within sub-central government. This initiative falls under the service industry category, specifically targeting refuse recycling services alongside human resources management consultancy services. The procurement is currently at the planning stage, with the contract set to commence on 17th January 2027 and concluding on 17th January 2030. The process is being conducted through an open procedure, ensuring transparency and allowing a wide range of suppliers to participate. This tender is valued at approximately £8.8 million, with operations based within the United Kingdom, and a future notice date is slated for 8th July 2026.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in recycling services and human resources consultancy, particularly those classified as SMEs, which are encouraged to participate. The open procurement method allows equal access, providing potential for significant business growth over a three-year period. Birmingham City Council's focus on dry mixed recycling aligns with increasing demands for sustainable waste management solutions, offering substantial opportunities for enterprises with innovative recycling technologies and expertise in the sector. Businesses capable of delivering efficient recycling processes and consultancy services around human resources management would be well-positioned to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Dry Mixed Recycling

Notice Description

Processing of Dry Mixed Recycling

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069fdc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047346-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

90514000 - Refuse recycling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,333,332 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
8 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Jan 2027 - 17 Jan 2030 3-4 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
BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B1 1BB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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