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title: "Sewage Sludge Tankering and Cesspit Emptying Services"
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# Sewage Sludge Tankering and Cesspit Emptying Services

Buyer: FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-37594935-5c6b-47ac-9215-7e23955d38f6

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## Summary

Folkestone and Hythe District Council is currently in the tender stage for a contract titled "Sewage Sludge Tankering and Cesspit Emptying Services." This procurement opportunity, reference number DN747883, falls under the industry category of sewage services (CPV code 90400000) and is valued at £300,000. The services include the removal of wastewater, sewage sludge, sedimented material, and other debris from pumping stations and wastewater treatment works, along with the emptying of cesspits and disposal at registered sites. The tender is open for submissions until 29th November 2024, with the contract set to commence on 6th January 2025 and conclude on 5th January 2030. The procurement method is an open procedure above the threshold, and the opportunity is accessible via the Kent Business Portal.

This tender represents significant business development opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its suitability for these types of organisations. Companies specialising in sewage and waste management services, especially those with experience in handling sedimented materials and waste disposal, will find this contract particularly fitting. Additionally, the long-term nature of the contract provides stability and a sustained business relationship with the Folkestone and Hythe District Council, offering a steady revenue stream for the successful bidder.

## Notice

The Council is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive services for the removal of wastewater and sewage sludge from pumping stations (WWPS) and wastewater treatment works (WWTW). The services required include the removal of sedimented material, fats, sanitary towels, wipes, and other debris. Additionally, the contractor will be responsible for emptying cesspits and disposing of the collected waste at a registered disposal site. The opportunity is available on Kent Business Portal - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/, reference number DN747883

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6025d6b8-1263-4119-8d6a-df1b1e6d8576 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Jan 2025 - 5 Jan 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | FOLKESTONE |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT20 2QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Folkestone and Hythe |
| Electoral ward | Folkestone Central |
| Westminster constituency | Folkestone and Hythe |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90400000 - Sewage services

## Release History

- 13 Nov 2024 at 13:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6025d6b8-1263-4119-8d6a-df1b1e6d8576
- 16 Oct 2024 at 10:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36c6c253-843b-4b7b-8223-f76867d489ea

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6025d6b8-1263-4119-8d6a-df1b1e6d8576
  13th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36c6c253-843b-4b7b-8223-f76867d489ea
  16th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.folkestone-hythe.gov.uk/council-transparency/procurement-information
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/

## Provenance

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