---
title: "Recycling of Paper & Cardboard"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068416"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068416.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-16"
---

# Recycling of Paper & Cardboard

Buyer: EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068416

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## Summary

East Ayrshire Council is inviting tenders for the recycling of paper and cardboard, categorised under refuse recycling services within the services industry. The project is situated in East Ayrshire and involves the collection of approximately 5,000 tonnes of paper and cardboard annually from council depots. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with key dates including the deadline for expressions of interest set at 15 May 2026, and the submission deadline on 18 May 2026, both at noon. This open procedure invites electronic submissions and requires that bidders hold appropriate waste management licences under the Waste Management Licensing (Scotland) Regulations 2011.

The tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in waste management and recycling services to expand their operations by partnering with a local government authority. Companies with expertise in refuse recycling and holding the required waste licences are well-suited to compete for this contract. The recurring nature of the contract, with options for extension up to five years, suggests long-term growth potential for successful bidders. This tender may attract businesses looking to establish or strengthen their presence in the Scottish region, particularly those with capabilities to manage large volumes of recyclable materials.

## Notice

The Council is seeking to set up a Contract with a Service Provider who will 'buy' from the Council, previously collected and segregated paper and cardboard for recycling.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Service Provider will 'buy' from the Council, previously collected and segregated paper and cardboard for recycling. The material shall be collected from council depots within East Ayrshire. It is anticipated that there will be approximately 5,000 tonnes per annum for collection.

Renewal: 2 one-year extension options

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034646-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 3, 4 or 5 years, dependent on extension options |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | KILMARNOCK |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA3 7BU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |
| Local authority | East Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Kilmarnock East and Hurlford |
| Westminster constituency | Kilmarnock and Loudoun |
| Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90514000 - Refuse recycling services

## Release History

- 16 Apr 2026 at 11:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034646-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000826542
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00223
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

## Provenance

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