--- title: "Market Engagement - Wood Waste Disposal Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e68ddad4-936d-469b-a393-fc4599cb4e08" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e68ddad4-936d-469b-a393-fc4599cb4e08" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e68ddad4-936d-469b-a393-fc4599cb4e08.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e68ddad4-936d-469b-a393-fc4599cb4e08.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2025-08-19" --- # Market Engagement - Wood Waste Disposal Services Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e68ddad4-936d-469b-a393-fc4599cb4e08 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e68ddad4-936d-469b-a393-fc4599cb4e08) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e68ddad4-936d-469b-a393-fc4599cb4e08.json) ## Summary The current procurement process initiated by Kent County Council, which operates as the buying organisation, pertains to the "Market Engagement - Wood Waste Disposal Services." This engagement aims to explore the capacity for future wood waste disposal services, with Kent's existing contract expiring on 14th November 2026. This procurement falls under the industry category of wood waste and is specifically located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The process is in the planning stage, with a key engagement end date set for 9th September 2025. Businesses interested in participating are encouraged to engage through the Kent Business Portal to access the Market Engagement Questionnaire. This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in waste management services, particularly those able to handle wood waste. Ideal candidates are those with established waste processing facilities and necessary permits, including advanced weighing systems and solid contingency plans to ensure service continuity. The procurement process invites participation from SMEs, making it a favourable opportunity for small and medium enterprises to expand their operations and enter into a strategic partnership with a prominent public authority like Kent County Council. ## Notice ** THIS NOTICE IS FOR MARKET ENGAGEMENT PURPOSES ONLY ** Kent County Council (KCC) has a statutory duty as a Waste Disposal Authority (WDA) for the processing/disposal of Kent's household waste, which include the disposal of wood waste deposited by members of the public at Kent's Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs). The Kent County Council (KCC) wishes to engage with suppliers regarding capacity in the market to provide future Wood Waste Disposal Services. KCC's existing contract for these services is due to expire on 14th November 2026. The total tonnage of wood waste processed for the 24/25 financial period was in the region of 25,000 tonnes. Minimum Requirements The supplier will be required to have in place: * A waste processing facility with appropriate permitting and planning permissions. * A facility which can manage the processing of all wood waste. * An appropriate method of weighing-in materials (preferably an electronic weighbridge) to provide the council with the appropriate management information (including weigh-loader transaction listings); and * robust service contingency plans to ensure continuity of services in the event of plant failure, etc. Please register on the Kent Business Portal to access the Market Engagement Questionnaire. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52344d39-d8d8-45ac-882f-fc1127146a7e | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Aug 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 9 Sep 2025 | | 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 | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | MAIDSTONE | | Post town | Rochester | | Postcode | ME14 1XQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent | | Local authority | Maidstone | | Electoral ward | Penenden Heath | | Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products ### Codes - 03416000 - Wood waste ## Release History - 19 Aug 2025 at 07:35 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52344d39-d8d8-45ac-882f-fc1127146a7e - 19 Aug 2025 at 07:31 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52344d39-d8d8-45ac-882f-fc1127146a7e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52344d39-d8d8-45ac-882f-fc1127146a7e 19th August 2025 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=f68c81be-cd7c-f011-813a-005056b64545&p=8691483f-2f3d-e711-80e1-005056b64545 Kent Business Portal ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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