Tender

Recycling of Paper & Cardboard

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

16 Apr 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by East Ayrshire Council, is for the "Recycling of Paper & Cardboard" services, targeting the public services industry category. The council seeks a service provider to purchase previously collected and segregated paper and cardboard for recycling, within the East Ayrshire region. This tender is currently in the active stage, specifically the tender stage, using an open procedure for procurement. The key deadline for submission of tenders is 18th May 2026 at noon, with the award period commencing immediately after on the same date. The tender allows electronic submissions, ensuring ease of participation for prospective bidders.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the waste management and recycling sectors. Companies holding appropriate waste licenses and with expertise in recycling services will be well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement process anticipates handling approximately 5,000 tonnes per annum, offering a substantial business opportunity. Additionally, the contract has potential extensions, allowing for recurrent business growth over a period of up to five years, depending on extension options. Businesses equipped with electronic payment and invoicing capabilities will find this tender particularly advantageous.

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Notice Title

Recycling of Paper & Cardboard

Notice Description

The Council is seeking to set up a Contract with a Service Provider who will 'buy' from the Council, previously collected and segregated paper and cardboard for recycling.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Service Provider will 'buy' from the Council, previously collected and segregated paper and cardboard for recycling. The material shall be collected from council depots within East Ayrshire. It is anticipated that there will be approximately 5,000 tonnes per annum for collection.

Renewal: 2 one-year extension options

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000826542
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554015
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - 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

90514000 - Refuse recycling services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
3, 4 or 5 years, dependent on extension options

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA3 7BU
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
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock East and Hurlford
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

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