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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "Collection, Treatment and Recycling of Street Sweepings and Gully Waste" was initiated by Aberdeenshire Council, headquartered at Woodhill House, Westburn Road, Aberdeen. This tender falls under the General Public Services category and relates to the environmental services industry in Aberdeenshire. The procurement was conducted using a restricted procedure, a type of selective procurement method. The tender's status is marked complete as of 3 August 2026, with contracts awarded to A and M SMITH RECYCLING SERVICES LTD. Contracts were signed on 31 July 2026. The two lots covered services throughout Aberdeenshire, beginning 1 September 2026 and concluding on 31 August 2028, with an optional 12-month extension available.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in waste management services, specifically those involved in recycling and environmental services. Companies like A and M SMITH RECYCLING SERVICES LTD, the chosen supplier, have demonstrated the capability to manage street sweepings and gully waste effectively, lending to circular economy initiatives. The contract value and the significance of fulfilling sustainable practices provide an opening for SMEs with expertise in waste recovery and circular supply chains to expand their operations. This opportunity is particularly suitable for companies that maintain high environmental standards and can deliver services that align with fair work principles, such as offering competitive wages and contributing to local economies.

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Notice Title

Collection, Treatment and Recycling of Street Sweepings and Gully Waste

Notice Description

Collection, Treatment and Recycling of Street Sweepings and Gully emptying's waste from various collection points throughout Aberdeenshire.

Lot Information

Collection and Treatment and Recycling of Street Sweepings and Gully Waste from Waste Management Facilities

Collection, Treatment and Recycling of Street Sweepings and Gully Waste

Renewal: 12 month optional extension available

Collection and Treatment and Recycling of Street Sweepings and Gully Waste from Waste Management Facilities

Collection, Treatment and Recycling of Gully Waste from Roads Department sites throughout Aberdeenshire

Renewal: 12 month optional extension available

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000833317
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561494
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

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
£779,698 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20266 days ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEENSHIRE 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
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

A AND M SMITH RECYCLING SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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