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title: "WAR - Garden Waste Composting 2025"
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# WAR - Garden Waste Composting 2025

Buyer: WARWICKSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050f1b

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## Summary

Warwickshire County Council, a sub-central public authority in the UK, has completed an open procurement procedure titled "WAR - Garden Waste Composting 2025" aimed at composting services for separately collected garden waste. The process, completed on 17th June 2026, covered the geographic regions of North Warwickshire, Nuneaton and Bedworth, and Rugby. The procurement, divided into three lots, sought services relating to refuse and waste management, adhering to the UK Public Contracts Regulations legal basis. Contract signing for services began on 1st June 2026, with a possibility of contract extension for up to five additional years beyond the initial term ending 30th April 2031.

This tender provides significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specializing in composting and waste management services. With a total contract value for the lots reaching over £17 million, businesses engaging in environmentally conscious recycling and waste processing can expand their operations and enhance service delivery. The awarded contracts cover comprehensive service provisions, including garden waste processing and potential inclusion of household waste recycling centre (HWRC) tonnage. Enterprises with expertise in navigating evolving legislative and technological landscapes are particularly well-suited for this procurement, as they can leverage the opportunities arising from potential legislative and technological advancements mentioned in the tender options and contract risks.

## Notice

Warwickshire County Council ("the Council") requires a Supplier for the service of Composting separately collected Garden Waste. Procured under 3 Lots. Lot 1 - Composting of separately collected Garden Waste, mainly arising in North Warwickshire. Lot 2 - Composting of separately collected Garden Waste, mainly arising in Nuneaton and Bedworth & Lot 3 - Composting of separately collected Garden Waste, mainly arising in Rugby. Lot 1. Composting Garden Waste, mainly North Warwickshire Description Composting of separately collected Garden Waste, mainly arising in North Warwickshire: Exclusivity to compost Garden Waste collected at the kerbside in North Warwickshire Borough. The lot may also include (as an additional service) up to an anticipated 30% of the separately collected kerbside Garden Waste tonnage arising in Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough. HWRC tonnage may be included (as an additional service). Lot 2. Composting Garden Waste, mainly Nuneaton and Bedworth Description Composting of separately collected Garden Waste, mainly arising in Nuneaton and Bedworth. Exclusivity to compost at least 40% of the Garden Waste collected at the kerbside in Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough. This lot may include up to 100% of the separately collected kerbside Garden Waste tonnage arising in Nuneaton and Bedworth. HWRC tonnage may be included (as an additional service). Lot 3. Composting Garden Waste, mainly in Rugby Description Composting of separately collected Garden Waste, mainly arising in Rugby . Exclusivity to compost Garden Waste collected at the kerbside in Rugby Borough. The lot may also include (as an additional service) up to an anticipated 30% of the separately collected kerbside Garden Waste arising in Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough. HWRC tonnage may be included (as an additional service).

### Lot Information

Composting Garden Waste, mainly North Warwickshire

Options: The satisfactory performance of the contract may be affected by external factors beyond the control of both the Council and the Supplier. In particular, changes arising from Local Government Reform (LGR), legislative developments, or other external influences may impact the delivery or scope of the contracted services. These risks, which cannot be fully mitigated within the terms of the contract at the time of award, include but are not limited to: Evolving Council needs and funding changes Changes in the Council's strategic priorities, operational requirements, or service delivery models. Variations in budget allocations as a result of the Council's internal budget setting process. The introduction or withdrawal of external funding streams which were unknown at the time of contract award, potentially affecting the volume, scope, or nature of the services to be delivered. Legislative, structural and organisational changes New legislation, statutory guidance, or national policy affecting the Council's operations or service responsibilities. Structural changes within the Council as a result of LGR, including the novation of existing contracts to a new legal entity or the onboarding of other organisational entities within Warwickshire. Variations in service demand or delivery resulting from wider reorganisation of local government services. Technological advancements The emergence of new or improved technologies that were not available or anticipated at the time of the contract award, which may present opportunities or adjustments in service delivery or system compatibility. Tenderers are expected to demonstrate flexibility and a proactive approach in managing such changes, should they arise during the life of the contract. The Council will work collaboratively with the successful Supplier to manage any requirement adjustments in a fair and transparent manner, subject to legal and procurement constraints. The Government's ongoing programme of local government reorganisation, as outlined in the English Devolution White Paper, may significantly alter the current two-tier structure in Warwickshire. Proposals under consideration include the establishment of either a single unitary authority or two separate unitary councils for North and South Warwickshire. These changes aim to streamline service delivery, improve efficiency, and enhance local accountability. While the current waste management responsibilities are shared between the County Council and the five District and Borough Councils, any future restructuring could impact governance arrangements, operational responsibilities, and contractual frameworks for waste collection and disposal.

Renewal: The service will be required for an initial contract term of 5 years however, WCC reserves the right to extend the contract by further multiple periods not exceeding 60 months, 60 months being the maximum extension period. The extension period(s) are at the Council's discretion.

Composting Garden Waste, mainly Nuneaton and Bedworth

Options: The satisfactory performance of the contract may be affected by external factors beyond the control of both the Council and the Supplier. In particular, changes arising from Local Government Reform (LGR), legislative developments, or other external influences may impact the delivery or scope of the contracted services. These risks, which cannot be fully mitigated within the terms of the contract at the time of award, include but are not limited to: Evolving Council needs and funding changes Changes in the Council's strategic priorities, operational requirements, or service delivery models. Variations in budget allocations as a result of the Council's internal budget setting process. The introduction or withdrawal of external funding streams which were unknown at the time of contract award, potentially affecting the volume, scope, or nature of the services to be delivered. Legislative, structural and organisational changes New legislation, statutory guidance, or national policy affecting the Council's operations or service responsibilities. Structural changes within the Council as a result of LGR, including the novation of existing contracts to a new legal entity or the onboarding of other organisational entities within Warwickshire. Variations in service demand or delivery resulting from wider reorganisation of local government services. Technological advancements The emergence of new or improved technologies that were not available or anticipated at the time of the contract award, which may present opportunities or adjustments in service delivery or system compatibility. Tenderers are expected to demonstrate flexibility and a proactive approach in managing such changes, should they arise during the life of the contract. The Council will work collaboratively with the successful Supplier to manage any requirement adjustments in a fair and transparent manner, subject to legal and procurement constraints. The Government's ongoing programme of local government reorganisation, as outlined in the English Devolution White Paper, may significantly alter the current two-tier structure in Warwickshire. Proposals under consideration include the establishment of either a single unitary authority or two separate unitary councils for North and South Warwickshire. These changes aim to streamline service delivery, improve efficiency, and enhance local accountability. While the current waste management responsibilities are shared between the County Council and the five District and Borough Councils, any future restructuring could impact governance arrangements, operational responsibilities, and contractual frameworks for waste collection and disposal.

Renewal: The service will be required for an initial contract term of 5 years however, WCC reserves the right to extend the contract by further multiple periods not exceeding 60 months, 60 months being the maximum extension period. The extension period(s) are at the Council's discretion.

Composting Garden Waste, mainly in Rugby

Options: The satisfactory performance of the contract may be affected by external factors beyond the control of both the Council and the Supplier. In particular, changes arising from Local Government Reform (LGR), legislative developments, or other external influences may impact the delivery or scope of the contracted services. These risks, which cannot be fully mitigated within the terms of the contract at the time of award, include but are not limited to: Evolving Council needs and funding changes Changes in the Council's strategic priorities, operational requirements, or service delivery models. Variations in budget allocations as a result of the Council's internal budget setting process. The introduction or withdrawal of external funding streams which were unknown at the time of contract award, potentially affecting the volume, scope, or nature of the services to be delivered. Legislative, structural and organisational changes New legislation, statutory guidance, or national policy affecting the Council's operations or service responsibilities. Structural changes within the Council as a result of LGR, including the novation of existing contracts to a new legal entity or the onboarding of other organisational entities within Warwickshire. Variations in service demand or delivery resulting from wider reorganisation of local government services. Technological advancements The emergence of new or improved technologies that were not available or anticipated at the time of the contract award, which may present opportunities or adjustments in service delivery or system compatibility. Tenderers are expected to demonstrate flexibility and a proactive approach in managing such changes, should they arise during the life of the contract. The Council will work collaboratively with the successful Supplier to manage any requirement adjustments in a fair and transparent manner, subject to legal and procurement constraints. The Government's ongoing programme of local government reorganisation, as outlined in the English Devolution White Paper, may significantly alter the current two-tier structure in Warwickshire. Proposals under consideration include the establishment of either a single unitary authority or two separate unitary councils for North and South Warwickshire. These changes aim to streamline service delivery, improve efficiency, and enhance local accountability. While the current waste management responsibilities are shared between the County Council and the five District and Borough Councils, any future restructuring could impact governance arrangements, operational responsibilities, and contractual frameworks for waste collection and disposal.

Renewal: The service will be required for an initial contract term of 5 years however, WCC reserves the right to extend the contract by further multiple periods not exceeding 60 months, 60 months being the maximum extension period. The extension period(s) are at the Council's discretion.

### Planning Information

Scope of engagement: PME questionnaire and dialogue
Locations: Dialogue via Teams 
Dialogue dates between: 21/05/2025 - 04/06/2025.
Instructions of submitting an interest:
Interested suppliers are invited to complete the Questionnaire that has been published via our e-procurement portal (CSW-jets). CSW-Jets Reference: WCC - 22482.
The Council would be grateful if you could complete the questions in the market testing document and respond by 21st May 2025 at 12 Noon. You should submit your completed responses by uploading via CSW Jets.
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
https://intendhost.co.uk/csw-jets/aspx/Home
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address.
Contact Details:
If you have any questions regarding this Market testing exercise, then please upload via the correspondence function on CSW Jets

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057009-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | 21 May 2025 |
| Award date | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2031 |
| Recurrence | 2035-06-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £24,000,000 |
| Lots value | £20,000,000 |
| Awards value | £12,800,000 |
| Contracts value | £12,800,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WARWICKSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | WARWICK |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV34 4SA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG13 Warwickshire CC |
| Local authority | Warwick |
| Electoral ward | Warwick Saltisford |
| Westminster constituency | Warwick and Leamington |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England), TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | BERKSWELL RECYCLING; COUNTRYSTYLE RECYCLING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 77120000 - Composting services
- 90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

## Release History

- 17 Jun 2026 at 10:21 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057009-2026
- 31 Mar 2026 at 17:21 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030049-2026
- 28 Nov 2025 at 15:30 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078193-2025
- 8 May 2025 at 15:10 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019832-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057009-2026
  17th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030049-2026
  31st March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078193-2025
  28th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019832-2025
  8th May 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-17898

## Notice URLs

- http://www.biffa.co.uk
- http://www.brinklowquarry.co.uk
- http://www.freelandhorticulture.co.uk/
- http://www.warwickshire.gov.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/warwickshirecc/aspx/Home
- https://intendhost.co.uk/csw-jets/aspx/Home
- https://www.countrystylerecycling.co.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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