--- title: "Request for Information - Uniform Disposal" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4add9d21-6df7-479d-9159-1491af42d1f4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4add9d21-6df7-479d-9159-1491af42d1f4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4add9d21-6df7-479d-9159-1491af42d1f4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4add9d21-6df7-479d-9159-1491af42d1f4.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE" published: "2017-09-22" --- # Request for Information - Uniform Disposal Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4add9d21-6df7-479d-9159-1491af42d1f4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4add9d21-6df7-479d-9159-1491af42d1f4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4add9d21-6df7-479d-9159-1491af42d1f4.json) ## Summary The Crown Commercial Service is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "Request for Information - Uniform Disposal," aimed at the disposal of unrequired uniforms, body armour, and related equipment. The procurement focuses on environmentally friendly disposal methods with a minimal carbon footprint, and interested organisations are asked to indicate their ability to participate. The engagement end date is set for 23rd February 2018, with responses required by 12:00 on Wednesday, 27th September 2017. The procurement falls under the categories of "Uniforms" and "Refuse transport services," encompassing delivery across diverse locations including the United Kingdom and overseas territories. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in waste management, recycling services, or logistics, particularly those that prioritise sustainable practices. Companies that are equipped to manage the disposal of specialised items while providing cost-effective and environmentally responsible solutions would be well-suited to compete in this tender. Additionally, those who can offer insights into cost-sharing or return arrangements for the disposed items may find a distinct advantage in their proposals. ## Notice The Home Office (the Authority) requires information on the ability to dispose of unrequired uniform, body armour and equipment. This should include how arrangement for collection could take place once the items are ready. The disposal process should be environmentally friendly and have minimal carbon footprint. Organisations are asked to advise if they would be interested in bidding for this opportunity as part of their response. The Authority would also like a cost indication based on an annual contract and to include the potential for gain share/return of the items. Additional information: If interested, please respond by 12:00 on Monday 2nd October. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4c85842-01da-4627-a7dd-bb73d6c483d7 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Sep 2017 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 23 Feb 2018 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE | | Locality | NEWPORT | | Post town | Newport | | Postcode | NP10 8QQ | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport | | Local authority | Newport | | Electoral ward | Tredegar Park and Marshfield | | Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 90512000 - Refuse transport services ## Release History - 22 Sep 2017 at 14:46 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4c85842-01da-4627-a7dd-bb73d6c483d7 - 7 Sep 2017 at 10:10 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4c85842-01da-4627-a7dd-bb73d6c483d7 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4c85842-01da-4627-a7dd-bb73d6c483d7 22nd September 2017 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5a54cf4e-8502-4272-894b-458579266965 Request for Information - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/002df6cd-e305-4a69-980a-f663af78c147 Appendix B - Statement of Requirements - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/997bd2db-95d7-414b-8f02-de59800c83f5 Responses to Clarification Questions - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0b847b94-9aeb-426d-bda4-4560a86237a2 Current Disposal Quantities (2017) - Appendix to Clarification Questions - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/98e419b4-3852-4126-ab80-f33661b025d3 Disposal Collection Postcodes - Appendix to Clarification Questions ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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