Tender

Provision of a Refuse Collection Service on the Island of Kerrera 2026

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Tender

05 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of a Refuse Collection Service on the Island of Kerrera is being managed by Argyll and Bute Council. This contract offers services in the general public services industry category, specifically under the CPV code 90500000. The location for the service delivery is Kerrera, Argyll within the UKM region. As of the latest update, the process is in the tender stage with submissions closing on the 20th of February 2026 at 12:00 PM, and the same date also marks the start of the award period. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure, encouraging electronic submissions via Public Contracts Scotland's platform.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses involved in waste management and environmental services, particularly those capable of offering innovative solutions to refuse collection challenges. With the requirement to provide responses for two potential service solutions, businesses with adaptable and customised service capabilities will find this procurement process conducive to expansion. Small to medium enterprises with expertise in waste management on island locations, and an ability to effectively engage in electronic procurement processes, should consider competing for this contract to leverage their growth potential in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a Refuse Collection Service on the Island of Kerrera 2026

Notice Description

Argyll and Bute Council has a requirement for the provision of a Refuse Collection Service on the Island of Kerrera. The uploaded ITQ presents two potential solutions for this requirement, suppliers are required to provide a response for both.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council has a requirement for the provision of a Refuse Collection Service on the Island of Kerrera. The uploaded ITQ presents two potential solutions for this requirement, suppliers are required to provide a response for both.

Renewal: End of Contract Period.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000819905
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548866
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract 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

90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
19 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Lewis Cowburgh
Contact Email
lewis.cowburgh@argyll-bute.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland, TLM6 Highlands and Islands

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Further Information

Notice Documents

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