CBC-2067-T-ZH Environmental Monitoring and Permit Surrender Services for Central Bedfordshire Closed Landfill Sites

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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31 Jul 2026 at 16:45

Summary of the contracting process

Central Bedfordshire Council has initiated an active procurement process seeking suppliers for its Environmental Monitoring and Permit Surrender Services for closed landfill sites in Sundon and Bluewaters. This tender, identified under CBC-2067-T-ZH, falls within the services industry category, specifically focusing on environmental services and consultancy. The procurement process is currently in the tender phase, with an open procedure allowing for electronic submissions. The deadline for submissions is set for 25 August 2026, and the contract awards should be announced by 25 September 2026. The project's execution spans from 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2028, with potential extensions up to 2030, providing substantial opportunities within the UKH25 region in the UK.

This tender presents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental services or consultancy, particularly those with experience in landfill operations, environmental monitoring, and regulatory compliance. Companies capable of providing high-quality maintenance, monitoring, and consultancy services may find Lot 1 and Lot 2 attractive, either independently or combined. The open procedure ensures fair competition, and the emphasis on price, quality, and social value in the award criteria suggests that competitive pricing coupled with innovative and sustainable service offerings can be advantageous for qualified businesses seeking to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

CBC-2067-T-ZH Environmental Monitoring and Permit Surrender Services for Central Bedfordshire Closed Landfill Sites

Notice Description

Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced suppliers to provide maintenance, environmental monitoring and sampling services at its closed landfill sites at Sundon and Bluewaters, together with the surrender of the Environment Agency Permit for Sundon Closed Landfill. The procurement is divided into two lots: Lot 1 - Operation, monitoring, inspection, maintenance and environmental sampling associated with the Sundon Leachate Treatment Plant, environmental compounds, Bluewaters landfill operations and environmental monitoring infrastructure. Lot 2 - Professional consultancy services to manage and deliver the surrender of the Environment Agency Permit for Sundon Closed Landfill, including liaison with the Environment Agency, preparation of required documentation and support through the permit surrender process. Suppliers may bid for one or both lots.

Lot Information

Closed Landfill Site Operations, Maintenance, Monitoring and Environmental Sampling Services Show more lines

Provision of maintenance, operation, inspection, environmental monitoring and sampling services at Central Bedfordshire Council's closed landfill sites at Sundon and Bluewaters. The services include operation and maintenance of the Sundon Leachate Treatment Plant, management of environmental compounds and associated infrastructure, site inspections, monitoring and sampling activities, data recording and reporting, maintenance repairs, regulatory liaison and support in relation to environmental compliance requirements. The Contractor will be responsible for delivering the routine operational and environmental monitoring requirements associated with the Council's closed landfill sites in accordance with the Specification and Contract Requirements.

Options: Initial contract term of 2 years with the option to extend for a further period of up to 2 years at the Authority's discretion.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Contract for a period of up to two (2) years beyond the initial contract term at its sole discretion.

Environment Agency Permit Surrender Services for Sundon Closed Landfill Site

Provision of specialist environmental consultancy services to manage and deliver the surrender of the Environment Agency Permit for Sundon Closed Landfill Site. The services include liaison with the Environment Agency, review and assessment of environmental monitoring data, preparation and submission of permit surrender documentation, technical advice, management of regulatory requirements and support throughout the permit surrender process until all necessary approvals have been obtained. Suppliers may bid for this lot independently or in conjunction with Lot 1.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d958
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072924-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90700000 - Environmental services

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

90720000 - Environmental protection

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
25 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFORD
Postcode
SG17 5TQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Shefford
Westminster Constituency
Hitchin

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