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title: "Container Shipment of Waste to Shetland"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e03e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-05"
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# Container Shipment of Waste to Shetland

Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e03e

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## Summary

The public procurement process, led by Orkney Islands Council, is focused on the container shipment of waste to Shetland. This contract falls under the "Refuse and waste related services" category, specifically targeting the shipment of waste materials using standard ISO 20ft containers. The process is classified as a services procurement and took place in the UK regions of Orkney Islands and Shetland Islands. The procurement used an open procedure method, ensuring transparency and accessibility. Originally initiated as a tender on 13 November 2025, the contract was awarded on 6 February 2026 to Northwards Ltd, a supplier based in Lerwick, confirming their role in the active stage of this process.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in waste management and transportation services. Companies that specialise in refuse transport services or manufacture containers for waste materials would be particularly well-suited to compete in such a procurement process. The open procedure allows for electronic submissions, fostering accessibility for a wide range of potential suppliers, including SMEs like Northwards Ltd. Engaging with regional authorities such as the Orkney Islands Council in long-term contracts ensures a steady workflow and reliable revenue, while contributing to public service innovation and sustainability in waste management across Orkney and Shetland.

## Notice

The provision of shipment of waste materials and provision of standard ISO 20ft containers for the shipment of the majority of waste materials from Orkney to Shetland.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of shipment of waste materials and provision of standard ISO 20ft containers for the shipment of the majority of waste materials from Orkney to Shetland. The provider will receive and exchange ISO 20ft containers on and off OIC vehicles in Orkney and transfer full waste containers for disposal or recover to waste management facilities located on the Shetland Islands.

Renewal: Initial term of 3 years with 2 x 12 month extension options, subject to the satisfactory annual performance reviews.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019807-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | October 2030 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| Lots value | £3,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £3,000,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL |
| Locality | KIRKWALL |
| Post town | Kirkwall |
| Postcode | KW15 1NY |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Orkney Islands |
| Electoral ward | Kirkwall East |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM65 Orkney Islands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NORTHWARDS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 44613800 - Containers for waste material
- 90500000 - Refuse and waste related services
- 90512000 - Refuse transport services

## Release History

- 5 Mar 2026 at 11:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019807-2026
- 22 Dec 2025 at 12:44 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085377-2025
- 12 Dec 2025 at 14:39 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082548-2025
- 13 Nov 2025 at 11:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073465-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.orkney.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000814571
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00369
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/kirkwall-sheriff-court

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