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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Skip Services" is managed by the Highland Council, located in Inverness, UKM6, focusing on the services industry category. This open procedure is at the tender stage with the recent amendment pushing submission deadlines to 20th July 2026. The tender involves servicing skip containers for recyclable materials and waste, including special waste like asbestos, located across Highland Council Recycling Centres and Transfer Stations. The total contract value is estimated at GBP 5.3 million, indicating significant opportunity for eligible contractors. Interested businesses must submit their tenders electronically by the deadline, and the opening of bids is scheduled for 6th July 2026 in Aberdeen.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in waste management and skip services to expand their portfolio by partnering with a regional authority. It is particularly suitable for companies experienced in handling both general and hazardous waste, as it entails collecting, transporting, and managing diverse waste materials. Businesses with established compliance in waste management regulations and possessing necessary licences for handling special waste streams, such as asbestos, will have a competitive advantage. Additionally, the contract's requirements for community benefits and sustainable practices present avenues for businesses committed to local employment, training opportunities, and environmental sustainability. The potential for multiple contract extensions further enhances long-term growth prospects for successful bidders.

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Notice Title

Provision of Skip Services

Notice Description

The Authority requires the servicing of skip containers used for the storage of a range of recyclable materials and / or waste including Special Waste, namely wrapped bonded asbestos at Highland Council Recycling Centres and Transfer Stations. The appointed Lot contractors are required to collect skip containers from the Council's sites and transport them to a range of appointed treatment / disposal facilities at various named destinations on an as and when required basis.

Lot Information

Inverness & Inner Moray Firth

Provision of skips of various sizes, including delivery, exchange and collection services across the Council area. This includes both planned and ad hoc requirements.

Renewal: Option of multiple extensions to be extended by up to twenty-four (24) months, subject to mutual agreement

Skye

Collection, transport and disposal of green, wood and inert waste contained within skips. The Contractor must ensure compliance with all relevant waste management legislation and maximise recycling where possible.

Renewal: Option of multiple extensions to be extended by up to twenty-four (24) months, subject to mutual agreement

Lochaber

Provision of skip and waste management services for specific waste types requiring specialist handling (e.g. segregated materials or regulated waste streams). Contractors must hold appropriate licences for the waste types managed.

Renewal: Option of multiple extensions to be extended by up to twenty-four (24) months, subject to mutual agreement

Plasterboard

Provision of skips and associated services on a scheduled or ad hoc basis for the collection of Plasterboard for onward transport to treatment site.

Renewal: Option of multiple extensions to be extended by up to twenty-four (24) months, subject to mutual agreement

Asbestos

Provision of specialist services for the collection, transport and disposal of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). Provision of skips and associated services on a scheduled or ad hoc basis for the collection of Asbestos for onward transport to treatment site. Contractors must hold appropriate hazardous waste and asbestos handling licences.

Renewal: Option of multiple extensions to be extended by up to twenty-four (24) months, subject to mutual agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000831882
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558349
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
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
£5,300,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HIGHLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV3 5NX
Post Town
Inverness
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
TLM6 Highlands and Islands

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness West
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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