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title: "CBC-1889-T-TS Sundon Landfill - Maintenance of Closed Landfill Sites - 2 Lots"
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# CBC-1889-T-TS Sundon Landfill - Maintenance of Closed Landfill Sites - 2 Lots

Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060b6c

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by Central Bedfordshire Council for the maintenance of closed landfill sites at Sundon Landfill spans two separate lots and falls within the landfill management services industry category. The initial procurement stage, an open tender, was active as of 21st January 2026, with final submissions required by 16th February 2026. The contract was intended to commence on 1st April 2026, extending to 31st March 2030 if renewals were exercised. Although the tender was cancelled on 14th May 2026 due to issues with the specifications requiring market re-approach, the procurement represents a significant opportunity with a projected contract value of £427,200 gross.

This tender presents distinct opportunities for businesses engaged in landfill operations, waste management, and environmental compliance. Companies with expertise in landfill management, refuse disposal, leachate treatment, and environmental monitoring would find themselves well-positioned to participate. The procurement process was designed to be open and competitive, potentially benefiting both established firms and emerging businesses looking to expand their market presence in the United Kingdom. The focus on cost, quality, and social value in the award criteria highlights the multifaceted impact businesses can demonstrate through their proposals.

## Notice

Maintenance of Closed Landfill Site - Sundon Landfill - 2 Lots Please read and follow the information and guidance supplied below and within the Tender documents, this will help with your tender submission. Word count limits apply, any information going over will not be considered. Respond to ALL questions. Additional documents or information not required will be disregarded. Please note timeline with regards to questions and submission dates. All communications, correspondences and clarifications must be sent via the In-tend portal. Do not contact the Service area for information, please use the correspondence facility Regularly view the Clarification tab for updates or responses to questions received by bidders. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all bidders (if not Private and Confidential), this to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. Avoid uploading your return just prior to closing deadline as you may incur IT issues and we will not accept Tender Returns via e-mail. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification on, please contact the Procurement lead using the correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Opting In To inform us of your decision to participate and to be able to submit a tender you will be required to Opt In. Opting In will confirm to us of your involvement and your intention to submit a tender return. Opting Out Will confirm that you are no longer interested in submitting a tender return. You will be able to provide a reason as to your decision if you wish. This will cease any system-generated communications. You will be able to opt back in at any point. Target contract commencement date: 1st April 2026 Contract term: Please refer to the tender documents

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Leachate Treatment Plant (LTP) and Environmental Compound (EC) Operations, Bluewaters Landfill Operations, and Monitoring and Sampling at both sites

Renewal: 1 year optional

Lot 2

Permit Surrender of Sundon Closed Landfill Site

Renewal: 1 year optional

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044501-2026 |
| Notice type | UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £356,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| Locality | SHEFFORD |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG17 5TQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire |
| Local authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Shefford |
| Westminster constituency | Hitchin |
| Delivery location | TLH East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90500000 - Refuse and waste related services
- 90510000 - Refuse disposal and treatment
- 90513500 - Treatment and disposal of foul liquids
- 90531000 - Landfill management services

## Release History

- 14 May 2026 at 14:42 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044501-2026
- 21 Jan 2026 at 15:34 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005422-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044501-2026
  14th May 2026 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005422-2026
  21st January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/aspx/Home
  Tender submissions to be uploaded via the above mentioned site, In-tend supplier portal.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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