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Treatment of Post-Consumer Mixed Plastics, Beverage Cartons (Cardboard Lined cartons) Cans & Glass containers Treatment of Post-Consumer Mixed Plastics, Beverage Cartons (Cardboard Lined cartons) Cans & Glass containers

NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

North Ayrshire Council has completed a procurement process for the treatment of post-consumer mixed plastics, beverage cartons, cans, and glass containers. The contract, facilitated through the Scotland Excel Dynamic Purchasing System, specifically covers services under Lot 1 for the Treatment and Disposal of Recyclable and Residual Waste. Based in Irvine, North Ayrshire, the council operates in the regional or local authority sector under the General Public Services industry category. The tender was conducted using an open procedure, allowing broad participation and transparency. The award was granted to Diverse Investments Scotland Ltd t/a Newtown Waste Solutions, and the contract became active on 3rd December 2025. This initial 12-month contract, with potential extensions up to three additional years, promises significant contributions to the council's income, estimated at 105,631 GBP annually depending on market conditions.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in recycling and waste management. SMEs, in particular, can find growth opportunities through such contracts by providing innovative, sustainable solutions tailored to local government needs. Competitive businesses are those nimble enough to manage varying recyclate market values and capable of addressing potential contamination challenges. As the contract also includes possibilities for subcontracting, businesses that can offer specialised services might also find opportunities by joining larger consortia. By participating in future opportunities under similar procurement frameworks, businesses can strengthen their market presence and enhance their growth trajectory in the environmental services sector.

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Notice Title

Treatment of Post-Consumer Mixed Plastics, Beverage Cartons (Cardboard Lined cartons) Cans & Glass containers Treatment of Post-Consumer Mixed Plastics, Beverage Cartons (Cardboard Lined cartons) Cans & Glass containers

Notice Description

North Ayrshire Council is looking to appoint a new supplier for the treatment of post-consumer mixed plastics, beverage cartons (cardboard lined cartons) cans & glass containers. The project will be a DPS tender via the Scotland Excel Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the Treatment and Disposal of Recyclable and Residual Waste (SXL 27-17), Lot 1 - Treatment of Co-mingled Mixed Recyclate. The resultant contract will be in place for an initial 12 months, with an option to extend for 3 x 12 months periods. For this waste stream it is estimated to be 7,300 tonnes per annum and this is anticipated to provide an income for the Council.

Lot Information

Lot 1

North Ayrshire Council is looking to appoint a new supplier for the treatment of post-consumer mixed plastics, beverage cartons (cardboard lined cartons) cans & glass containers.. The estimated value of the 105,631.00 GBP, noting this is an INCOME. The income value may vary in accordance with monthly contamination levels and recyclate market values. A review of the contractor's baseline bid price will take place prior to the contract start date and every six months in accordance with the contract conditions and Price Review Methodology within the contract documentation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000819002
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548809
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
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

90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

90533000 - Waste-tip management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£105,631 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Dec 20252 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
NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
laurakeane@north-ayrshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1294310000

Buyer Location

Locality
IRVINE
Postcode
KA12 8EE
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
North Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Irvine South
Westminster Constituency
Central Ayrshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DIVERSE INVESTMENTS SCOTLAND LTD T/A NEWTOWN WASTE SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548809
    Treatment of Post-Consumer Mixed Plastics, Beverage Cartons (Cardboard Lined cartons) Cans & Glass containers Treatment of Post-Consumer Mixed Plastics, Beverage Cartons (Cardboard Lined cartons) Cans & Glass containers - North Ayrshire Council is looking to appoint a new supplier for the treatment of post-consumer mixed plastics, beverage cartons (cardboard lined cartons) cans & glass containers. The project will be a DPS tender via the Scotland Excel Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the Treatment and Disposal of Recyclable and Residual Waste (SXL 27-17), Lot 1 - Treatment of Co-mingled Mixed Recyclate. The resultant contract will be in place for an initial 12 months, with an option to extend for 3 x 12 months periods. For this waste stream it is estimated to be 7,300 tonnes per annum and this is anticipated to provide an income for the Council.

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