The purchase and maintenance of Shredders for pre-treating Bulky Waste

THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Highland Council is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of industrial shredders essential for the pre-treatment of bulky waste, situated within the Waste Management industry category. This contract, valued at £2,300,000, involves the purchase and maintenance of two industrial shredders designed to process furniture and other items in compliance with statutory environmental regulations. The procurement process follows an open procedure, allowing for electronic submissions. The deadline for submissions is 29th May 2025. Located in Inverness, the procuring authority has outlined that the contract services cover the entire Highland area, with the industrial shredders required for up to fifteen years, including periodic servicing and repair.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in waste management equipment, particularly those with expertise in handling materials containing Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs). Companies with a solid track record in supplying and maintaining complex machinery, while adhering to environmental standards, are well-suited to compete for this contract. The provision of community benefits as part of the procurement process further encourages firms to contribute positively to the local region, offering a chance to enhance corporate responsibility credentials and strengthen business ties within the public sector.

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The purchase and maintenance of Shredders for pre-treating Bulky Waste

THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

21st April 2025 00:00:00 AM

Tender Deadline

29th May 2025 12:00:00 PM 4 days remaining
Contract Summary

This contract is for a supplier to provide to the Council two (2) industrial shredders capable of reducing in size, primarily, bulky waste (e.g. furniture, mattresses, toys etc) and Upholstered Furniture (contaminated with Persistent Organic Pollutants, or POPs), in a manner that meets statutory environmental regulations and guidance, in advance of being sent for further treatment. The contract includes both a purchase element of the shredders (which includes any ancillary equipment to manage POPs containing upholstered furniture) and then a servicing and repair element up to a maximum of fifteen years in duration (with review periods every five years).
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-r6ebe6-0000796663

Publication Source

Public Contracts Scotland

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Goods

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

42000000

CPV Division(s)

42 - Industrial machinery
Awarding Authority

THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Ian Braker

Buyer Email

ian.braker@highland.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 7442849669

Buyer Address

Glenurquhart Road

Inverness

IV3 5NX

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The purchase and maintenance of Shredders for pre-treating Bulky Waste

THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL

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