---
title: "Gully Cleaning Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-056680"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-056680.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-04"
---

# Gully Cleaning Service

Buyer: BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056680

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## Summary

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council has recently awarded a contract for a comprehensive gully cleaning service to DRAINRITE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES LIMITED. The contract covers the complete cleansing of gullies on public highways, ensuring free-flowing connectivity according to established schedules. The procurement process followed an open procedure method, reflecting transparency and inclusivity. The contract commenced on 5th January 2026 and will be actively managed until 4th January 2029, with the option of a 12-month extension. Located primarily in the UKD41 region, this tender falls under the 'services' industry category and demonstrates the successful completion of the procurement cycle, currently in the active award stage.

This contract presents substantial business opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in environmental services like gully cleaning and maintenance. As an open procedure, it invited a wide range of bids, presenting a competitive landscape. The awarded company, DRAINRITE, being an SME, illustrates the accessibility of such tenders to small and medium enterprises, offering them a platform to expand their industry presence. Businesses with capabilities in efficient service delivery, quality management, and competitive pricing would be well-suited to pursue similar opportunities in this domain, fostering business growth through government contracts.

## Notice

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council require a contractor to deliver a full gully cleaning service which involves the complete cleansing of all gullies on the public highway, and their connections checked for free flow, in accordance with the established frequency.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019404-2026 |
| 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 | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 5 Jan 2026 - 4 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | 2029-08-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| Lots value | £400,000 |
| Awards value | £360,000 |
| Contracts value | £360,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BLACKBURN |
| Post town | Blackburn |
| Postcode | BB1 7DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen |
| Local authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Electoral ward | Blackburn Central |
| Westminster constituency | Blackburn |
| Delivery location | TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DRAINRITE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90640000 - Gully cleaning and emptying services

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2026 at 11:58 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019404-2026
- 17 Nov 2025 at 14:22 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074425-2025
- 25 Jul 2025 at 14:23 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043226-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019404-2026
  4th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074425-2025
  17th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043226-2025
  25th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://procontract.due-north.com/register
  Full tender documentation can be accessed through The Chest e-tendering portal following registration and submitting an expression of interest.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.blackburn.gov.uk
- https://www.drainrite-environmental.co.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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