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Planning

29 Jun 2026 at 10:52

Summary of the contracting process

Yorwaste Ltd, a public undertaking waste management and recycling company owned by North Yorkshire Council and City of York Council, has issued a planned procurement notice for third-party bulk haulage services for non-hazardous waste. This procurement process is at the planning stage and the tender documents are expected to be published in August 2026. The services are crucial for transporting waste from transfer stations located on the east coast of North Yorkshire to delivery points across the region, with the primary site being Allerton Waste Recovery Park. The contract will initially cover a three-year period starting 1 April 2027 with the possibility of a two-year extension. The tender will be divided into three geographically defined lots: Seamer Carr and Whitby, Kirby Misperton, and Halton East, having a significant value of approximately £8.56 million. Key deadlines include the tender period ending on 18 September 2026, with the award concluded by 9 November 2026.

This tender opens opportunities for businesses in the waste management and transport service industry, offering potential growth through participation in a long-term contract with a prominent regional waste management entity. Suitable candidates include SMEs and larger enterprises that can demonstrate financial stability, appropriate insurance, operational capacity, and experience in bulk haulage services. The procurement method is an open procedure, ensuring fair competition. This project presents substantial potential for businesses that can competitively price their service offerings and demonstrate quality service delivery. Potential suppliers should be prepared for detailed evaluation criteria focusing on both cost (70%) and quality (30%), making it crucial for bidders to articulate clear methodologies and operational approaches in their submissions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Third-Party Bulk Haulage for Non-Hazardous Waste

Notice Description

Yorwaste Ltd is a waste management and recycling company operating in North Yorkshire. The company is wholly owned by North Yorkshire Council and City of York Council and operates at arm's length from its shareholders. Yorwaste employs over 280 members of the local community, manages over half a million tonnes of waste per year and carries out approximately 550,000 trade waste and commercial bin collections across North Yorkshire. Yorwaste intends to procure bulk haulage services for the transportation of non-hazardous waste from its transfer stations located on the east coast of North Yorkshire to a network of designated delivery points. The services are critical to the ongoing operation of Yorwaste's waste management infrastructure. The current contracts are due to expire on 31 March 2027. A procurement process is expected to be undertaken in advance of this date to ensure continuity of service. The procurement is anticipated to be divided into geographically defined lots aligned with current operating areas: Lot 1: Seamer Carr and Whitby Lot 2: Kirby Misperton Lot 3: Halton East The primary disposal facility is expected to be Allerton Waste Recovery Park ("AWRP"), supported by a network of contingency disposal sites. The successful supplier or suppliers will be expected to service all required locations. The contract is expected to be awarded for an initial period of three (3) years, with an option to extend for up to two (2) additional years (3+2). Further details, including the full scope of services, technical requirements, performance standards, and procurement process, will be set out in the tender notice and associated procurement documents. This notice is for information only and is not a call for competition. Yorwaste intends to publish a tender notice at a later date to formally commence the procurement process.

Lot Information

Seamer Carr/Whitby

Lot 1 is expected to cover bulk haulage services from Seamer Carr and Whitby Waste Transfer Stations. Services will involve the transportation of waste to a range of disposal facilities, with the primary location anticipated to be Allerton Waste Recovery Park and additional contingency sites as required. It is expected that suppliers will be required to price a number of defined routes associated with these locations. Full details of the routes and service requirements will be provided in the tender documentation.

Renewal: Original term is to be for 3 years with additional 2 year extension available. Extension is possible with prior agreement from customer and subject to review of service performance and customer satisfaction.

Kirby Misperton

Lot 2 is expected to cover bulk haulage services from Kirby Misperton Waste Transfer Station. Services will involve the transportation of waste to a range of disposal facilities, with the primary location anticipated to be Allerton Waste Recovery Park and additional contingency sites as required. It is expected that suppliers will be required to price a number of defined routes associated with this location. Full details of the routes and service requirements will be provided in the tender documentation.

Renewal: Original term is to be for 3 years with additional 2 year extension available. Extension is possible with prior agreement from customer and subject to review of service performance and customer satisfaction.

Halton East

Lot 3 is expected to cover bulk haulage services from Halton East Waste Transfer Station. Services will involve the transportation of waste to a range of disposal facilities, with the primary location anticipated to be Allerton Waste Recovery Park and additional contingency sites as required. It is expected that suppliers will be required to price a number of defined routes associated with this location. Full details of the routes and service requirements will be provided in the tender documentation.

Renewal: Original term is to be for 3 years with additional 2 year extension available. Extension is possible with prior agreement from customer and subject to review of service performance and customer satisfaction.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bed7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060642-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement 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

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

60100000 - Road transport services

90511000 - Refuse collection services

90512000 - Refuse transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,135,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£7,135,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Sep 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
3 Aug 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
2031-09-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Yorwaste Ltd
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
Postcode Area
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
TLE22 North Yorkshire

Local Authority
North Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Northallerton North & Brompton
Westminster Constituency
Richmond and Northallerton

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