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title: "Recycling and Resource Management Tender - MAN and EMA"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-055581"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MAG AIRPORT LIMITED"
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# Recycling and Resource Management Tender - MAN and EMA

Buyer: MAG AIRPORT LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055581

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Recycling and Resource Management tender at Manchester (MAN) and East Midlands (EMA) Airports has reached the award stage, as facilitated by MAG Airport Limited. This procurement, which falls under the services category, was executed through a selective competitive procedure. The main aim was to identify a strategic partner to advance MAG's recycling strategy and contribute to its net-zero carbon objectives by 2038. Contracts were awarded on 30th January 2026, with the standstill period concluding on 11th February 2026. The contract period is set to begin on 1st April 2026, potentially extending up to 31st March 2033. The procurement locations are within the UK, specifically at Manchester and the East Midlands, indicating region-specific service delivery in refuse and waste related services.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses in the waste management sector, especially those specialising in recycling and resource management services. Large-scale enterprises like Mitie Waste & Environmental Services Limited, selected to service Manchester Airport, and Churchill Contract Services Limited, chosen for East Midlands Airport, demonstrate the demand for robust infrastructure and management capabilities. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), similar to The Green Block Consulting Ltd, also had opportunities to bid, indicating accessibility for a diverse range of businesses. With a total contract value surpassing £19 million, businesses with expertise in on-site waste segregation, adherence to new recycling legislation, and innovation in environmental practices stand to benefit significantly from engaging in such projects, driving business growth and innovation in the sustainability sector.

## Notice

The objective of this procurement is to secure a partnership with a key strategic partner to provide best-in-class Recycling and Resource Management services at Manchester and East Midlands Airports, and support MAG on developing and achieving its Recycling Strategy. In addition, this Procurement supports our strategic CSR objective which commits our airports to be net zero carbon by 2038 by cutting our remaining carbon emissions to zero and removing the need for carbon offsets. Working in partnership with a strategic partner which supports this objective is fundamental as well as ensuring Continuous Improvement on recycling and waste reduction.

### Lot Information

Manchester Airport

Provision of Recycling and Resource Management services at Manchester Airport. The minimum requirement for the successful supplier, will be to implement a solution that enables on-site waste segregation and ensures compliance with Simpler Recycling Legislation from 1st April 2026 at Manchester Airport.

Renewal: The Contract (s) will be let for a period of 4 (four) years, with the option for MAG to extend for a further 3 (three) years (1+1+1 years) after the initial 4 (four) year term. The extensions may be exercised at MAG's discretion based on a range of factors including business needs and circumstances.

East Midlands Airport

Provision of Recycling and Resource Management services at East Midlands Airport. The minimum requirement for the successful supplier, will be to implement a solution that enables on-site waste segregation and ensures compliance with Simpler Recycling Legislation from 1st April 2026 at East Midlands Airport.

Renewal: The Contract (s) will be let for a period of 4 (four) years, with the option for MAG to extend for a further 3 (three) years (1+1+1 years) after the initial 4 (four) year term. The extensions may be exercised at MAG's discretion based on a range of factors including business needs and circumstances.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008823-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £16,000,000 |
| Lots value | £16,000,000 |
| Awards value | £18,145,392 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MAG AIRPORT LIMITED |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M90 1QX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Woodhouse Park |
| Westminster constituency | Wythenshawe and Sale East |
| Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester, TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | CHURCHILL CONTRACT SERVICES; MITIE WASTE & ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

## Release History

- 2 Feb 2026 at 10:36 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008823-2026
- 29 Jun 2025 at 13:30 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035936-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008823-2026
  2nd February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035936-2025
  29th June 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.mitie.com
- http://www.veolia.co.uk
- https://tgb-msu.co.uk/
- https://www.churchillservices.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.magairports.com/
- https://www.magairports.com/work-with-us/procurement-and-contracts/

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