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title: "Haulage and Treatment of Domestic Mixed Recyclables (Container Mix)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04fd62"
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buyer: "WIGAN COUNCIL"
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# Haulage and Treatment of Domestic Mixed Recyclables (Container Mix)

Buyer: WIGAN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04fd62

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## Summary

Wigan Council is undertaking a comprehensive procurement process focused on the haulage and treatment of domestic mixed recyclables. The tender, titled "Haulage and Treatment of Domestic Mixed Recyclables (Container Mix)", is classified under refuse recycling services and aims to manage approximately 18,000 tonnes of mixed recyclables annually. The public authority is located in Wigan, United Kingdom, and the contract is active and completed. Wigan Council has implemented an open procurement method, specifically a competitive flexible procedure, with a contract period beginning on 1st April 2026 and potentially extending up to 31st March 2032. The procurement aligns with the legal framework set out in the UKPGA 2023/54. It concluded with H W Martin Waste Limited being awarded the contract on the 30th of March, 2026, with a gross contract value of £12,211,236.

This tender presents a transformative opportunity for businesses in the recycling and waste management industry, especially large-scale operators. The contract requires thorough expertise in waste separation, market demands, and establishing efficient waste treatment solutions. Firms with a robust infrastructure and the ability to adapt to shifting regulatory requirements such as the Deposit Return Scheme, and the upcoming UK Emissions Trading Scheme can leverage this contract to expand operations. Key expertise areas include effective haulage systems, advanced treatment facilities, data assurance, and social value enhancements. Businesses focusing on innovation in waste processing and value creation from recyclable materials stand to benefit significantly from participating in such a high-value, long-term governmental contract.

## Notice

Wigan Council is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to haul and treat it's mixed recyclables (container mix). The waste stream consists of glass, metal and plastic packaging which has been collected from households at the kerbside. The provider will be expected to have the capacity to handle approximately 18,000 tonnes of mixed recycling per annum, equivalent to 80-90 tonnes per operational day. They will be required to collect the material daily, and ensure it is sorted into separate material streams that meet the necessary standard for use/sale into the recycling sector. The contractor will be responsible for all aspects of the contract: 1) Haulage 2) Waste Acceptance 3) Treatment Facility 4) End Markets and End Use 5) Contact Management and Data Assurance 6) Contingency 7) Social Value The contract is for 6 years consisting of an initial 3-year term and two possible extension of two years and one year respectively.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will have an initial 3 year term with two possible extension of 2 years and one year respectively.

### Planning Information

Wigan Council are seeking views on procuring the haulage and treatment of its mixed recyclables, with the intention of commencing a new contract in early 2026. The council are considering a medium arrangement 6 years in length, and is interested in seeking views on
A) Developing our specification/requirements
B) Pricing Structure
C) Flexible Terms.
D) Performance Indicators (KPIs)
E) Social value
During the contract period, legislation will come into force requiring local authorities to collect specific items. As part of the evidence gathering we would like to visit material recovery facilities to discuss progress towards meeting these requirement. The engagement will run from 07/04/2025 to 01/07/2025

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038909-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | 30 Jun 2025 |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,000,000 |
| Lots value | £6,000,000 |
| Awards value | £10,176,030 |
| Contracts value | £10,176,030 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WIGAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | WIGAN |
| Post town | Wigan |
| Postcode | WN1 1YN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD36 Greater Manchester North West |
| Local authority | Wigan |
| Electoral ward | Wigan Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wigan |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | H W MARTIN WASTE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2026 at 07:44 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038909-2026
- 5 Mar 2026 at 10:14 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019767-2026
- 18 Aug 2025 at 13:48 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049552-2025
- 4 Apr 2025 at 13:02 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013109-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038909-2026
  29th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019767-2026
  5th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049552-2025
  18th August 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013109-2025
  4th April 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.hwmartin.com/waste-recycling/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.the-chest.org.uk/
- https://www.wigan.gov.uk

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