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Clinical & Biological Waste

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the University of Edinburgh, a central purchasing body located at Charles Stewart House, Edinburgh, involved an open procedure for the collection, disposal, and recycling of clinical and biological waste, titled "Clinical & Biological Waste". This procurement is classified within the services category under the CPV code 90524100. The process has now reached the Award stage, having been formalised on 1st October 2025, with the contract signed on 30th September 2025. The procurement is aimed at managing waste sustainably in alignment with the University's environmental commitments. The contract, valued at GBP 1,126,498.79, is structured as a 4-year agreement, starting with an initial 2-year period and options to extend for two additional 1-year periods.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in waste management services, particularly those with a focus on sustainability and environmental impact reduction. Given the nature of the services required, companies that offer innovative solutions in waste collection, disposal, and recycling would be well-suited to participate in similar future tenders. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Avanti Environmental Group Ltd, which successfully secured the contract, demonstrate that smaller companies with niche expertise can compete effectively. This contract underscores the importance of environmental practices and offers a platform for businesses in the waste management sector to grow alongside an esteemed educational institution's sustainability goals.

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Notice Title

Clinical & Biological Waste

Notice Description

The University of Edinburgh has appointed a supplier to provide collection and disposal and recycling of clinical and biological waste. This service will ensure the proper handling of this waste stream and help the University reduce its environmental impact, maintain a clean and safe campus, and promote sustainable practices that align with its educational mission and long-term sustainability goals.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh has appointed a supplier to provide collection and disposal and recycling of clinical and biological waste. This service will ensure the proper handling of this waste stream and help the University reduce its environmental impact, maintain a clean and safe campus, and promote sustainable practices that align with its educational mission and long-term sustainability goals

Options: The anticipated contract period is a 4-year contract made up of a 2-year initial period with the option to extend for two 1-year periods (2+1+1).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000811666
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540380
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90524100 - Clinical-waste collection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,126,498 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
jpike2@ed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1316502759

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AVANTI ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540380
    Clinical & Biological Waste - The University of Edinburgh has appointed a supplier to provide collection and disposal and recycling of clinical and biological waste. This service will ensure the proper handling of this waste stream and help the University reduce its environmental impact, maintain a clean and safe campus, and promote sustainable practices that align with its educational mission and long-term sustainability goals.

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