--- title: "Provision of Hard Plastic Acceptance and Recycling Services (2 lots)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04a5f8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04a5f8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04a5f8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04a5f8.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2024-11-07" --- # Provision of Hard Plastic Acceptance and Recycling Services (2 lots) Buyer: LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04a5f8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04a5f8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04a5f8.json) ## Summary Lancashire County Council is currently seeking tenders for the provision of Hard Plastic Acceptance and Recycling Services across two lots, encompassing the regions of South/East Lancashire and North/West Lancashire. This procurement falls under the industry category of Refuse and Waste Related Services (CPV: 90500000) and follows an open procedure. The tender process initiated in October 2024, with the procurement stage being 'active' and bids are due by 7th November 2024. The initial contract duration is set for two years, with the possibility of extension up to a total of four years. This tender includes specific requirements such as the acceptance, weighing, and recycling of hard plastics collected by the authority at its waste facilities. For businesses specialising in waste management, particularly those offering recycling solutions for hard plastics, this tender represents a significant opportunity to secure a long-term partnership with Lancashire County Council. Companies with facilities capable of managing variable quality plastic waste, and those able to comply with stringent service criteria, would be well-suited to compete. The tender's open process allows all qualified suppliers to submit bids electronically, offering a streamlined opportunity to engage in public sector contracts, thereby enhancing business portfolios and market reach. Engaging in this tender can facilitate growth by establishing lasting relationships with a major regional authority and expanding service offerings within the environmental services sector. ## Notice Lancashire County Council was seeking tenders for the provision of acceptance and Recycling of Hard Plastic. In summary, the services comprised the acceptance, weighing and recycling of Hard Plastic arising from the Authority Waste Facilities, and delivered to a Provider's Facility by the Authority and/or its transport contractor. Hard Plastic is deposited at the Authority Waste Facilities by members of the public and as such, the quality of Hard Plastic can vary. The services were being procured on the basis of two (2) lots covering South/East Lancashire and North/West Lancashire. ### Lot Information Lot 1: South/East Lancashire The Authority was seeking tenders for the provision of acceptance and Recycling of Hard Plastic. The services will comprise the acceptance, weighing and Recycling of Hard Plastic arising from the Authority Waste Facilities in the South and East of Lancashire, and delivered to a Provider's Facility by the Authority and/or its transport contractor. Options: The initial term from the service commencement date will be two (2) years with the option to extend by any number of defined periods up to a maximum of twenty-four (24) months. The total maximum Framework Agreement duration from the service commencement date being four (4) years. Renewal: The initial term from the service commencement date will be two (2) years and Lancashire County Council may, in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed four (4) years from the service commencement date. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured. Lot 2: North/West Lancashire The Authority was seeking tenders for the provision of acceptance and Recycling of Hard Plastic. The services will comprise the acceptance, weighing and Recycling of Hard Plastic arising from the Authority Waste Facilities in the North and West of Lancashire, and delivered to a Provider's Facility by the Authority and/or its transport contractor. Options: The initial term from the service commencement date will be two (2) years with the option to extend by any number of defined periods up to a maximum of twenty-four (24) months. The total maximum Framework Agreement duration from the service commencement date being four (4) years. Renewal: The initial term from the service commencement date will be two (2) years and Lancashire County Council may, in its absolute discretion, extend the term by any number of defined periods, so long as the maximum duration of the framework agreement does not exceed four (4) years from the service commencement date. At either the end of the initial term or extended/maximum term, there may be a requirement for the services to continue, in this instance the services may be re-procured. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036132-2024 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Nov 2024 | | Submission deadline | 7 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 7 Nov 2024 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £800,000 | | Lots value | £800,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Unsuccessful | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Unsuccessful | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | PRESTON | | Post town | Preston | | Postcode | PR1 8XJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire | | Local authority | Preston | | Electoral ward | City Centre | | Westminster constituency | Preston | | Delivery location | TLD4 Lancashire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 90500000 - Refuse and waste related services - 90510000 - Refuse disposal and treatment ## Release History - 7 Nov 2024 at 15:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036132-2024 - 4 Oct 2024 at 13:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031916-2024 ## Notice URLs - http://www.lancashire.gov.uk - http://www.lancashire.gov.uk/fusion-supplier-portal/ - https://courttribunalfinder.service.gov.uk/courts/royal-courts-of-justice - https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/business/tenders-and-procurement/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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