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Planning

10 Jul 2026 at 15:49

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Lewisham is in the planning stage of a procurement process for a "Refuse Recycling Agreement," aimed at procuring services for residual waste disposal through incineration. The contract falls under the industry category of refuse recycling services and is set to cover the region of UKI44 in the United Kingdom. It is planned to commence on 3rd January 2028 and run until 2nd January 2032, with an estimated gross value of £44.5 million. The procurement process will follow legal guidelines established under the UKPGA 2023/54. Interested parties can expect a future notice for tender submissions on or around 1st July 2027, providing ample lead time for preparation.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the waste management and recycling sector, particularly those with expertise in providing incineration services. Companies with robust capabilities in handling large-scale waste disposal and recycling projects will find this contract an excellent prospect for growth. The high value and long duration of the contract make it an attractive option for businesses seeking stability and the potential for long-term partnerships with a public authority in the United Kingdom. Businesses that can demonstrate compliance with UK legal standards and deliver efficient recycling services are well-positioned to compete in this procurement exercise.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Refuse Recycling Agreement

Notice Description

Lewisham Council seek to procure a service for residual waste disposal through incineration.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c8f1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065348-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90514000 - Refuse recycling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£44,500,000 £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
1 Jul 202712 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Jan 2028 - 2 Jan 2032 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CATFORD
Postcode
SE6 4RU
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark

Local Authority
Lewisham
Electoral Ward
Rushey Green
Westminster Constituency
Lewisham East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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