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18 Jun 2026 at 14:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Council of the Isles of Scilly has initiated an open tender process titled "Greenwaste 2026", seeking a qualified contractor or consortium to handle green waste recycling services on St Mary's. This contract will span three years, commencing on 31 August 2026, with a potential extension option of up to six months. With a total gross value of £60,000, this tender falls under the "services" category specifically focusing on "Refuse and waste related services". Interested parties must submit their tenders before the deadline of 10 July 2026, with any enquiries required by 3 July 2026. The procurement is being managed from Hugh Town, Isle of Scilly, and follows the legal framework of the UKPGA 2023/54.

For businesses involved in waste management and recycling, this tender offers a significant growth opportunity, particularly for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and those committed to sustainability practices. The open competition method promotes fair access for all eligible parties, ensuring that innovative solutions and competitive pricing have the potential to secure the contract. Companies with experience in environmentally friendly waste services, strong operational capabilities, and a focus on quality service could be well-positioned to benefit from this contract. The Council encourages participation from diverse and community-oriented businesses, fostering an inclusive business environment.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Greenwaste 2026

Notice Description

The Council of the Isles of Scilly are seeking a suitably licensed contractor, or consortium, to undertake the Council's green waste recycling services on St Mary's for a period of 3 years commencing 31 August 2026.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Option to extend by mutual consent for up to 6 months, within 1 month of the contract term

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b865
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057710-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COUNCIL OF THE ISLES OF SCILLY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
HUGH TOWN
Postcode
TR21 0JD
Post Town
Truro
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

Local Authority
Isles of Scilly
Electoral Ward
St Mary's
Westminster Constituency
St Ives

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