--- title: "Wood Waste Disposal Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069012" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069012" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069012.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069012.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WOOD WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICES" published: "2026-05-01" --- # Wood Waste Disposal Services Buyer: WOOD WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICES Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069012 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069012) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069012.json) ## Summary The public procurement process under discussion is conducted by Wood Waste Disposal Services on behalf of Kent County Council (KCC), located in Maidstone, United Kingdom. They are seeking to establish new supply arrangements for the processing and disposal of approximately 25,000 tonnes of wood waste annually from Household Waste Recycling Centres. The tender is currently in the "Tender" stage, following a Competitive Flexible Procedure comprising five stages, with submissions due by 29th May 2026. The contract is expected to commence on 15th November 2026 and spans an initial period of five years, with the possibility of a two-year extension. The total estimated contract value is £8,400,000, focusing on refuse and waste-related services within the industry category. This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in waste management, particularly those capable of handling large volumes of wood waste with an emphasis on recycling and reuse according to strict environmental and operational standards. Ideal candidates will possess a waste processing facility with the requisite environmental permits and capacity, automated weight systems, and contingency plans to guarantee service continuity. Businesses adept in complying with the UK Emissions Trading Scheme will find further alignment with the tender's requirements. As the procedure allows flexibility, businesses experienced in competitive negotiations and detailed tender processes may find themselves particularly well-suited for success in this procurement. ## Notice Kent County Council (KCC), as the Waste Disposal Authority, currently manages the receipt and processing of approximately 25,000 tonnes per annum of Wood Waste deposited at Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs). KCC requires new supply arrangements for the processing and disposal of HWRC wood waste with the new services commencing on 15th November 2026. Through its contracts with third-party waste transfer providers, KCC will deliver this material to the provider's waste processing facility. The provider will need to have the following in place as a minimum: *a waste processing facility with appropriate environmental permits and planning permissions, and with sufficient capacity to process at least 25,000 tonnes per annum allowing for seasonal and future fluctuations in tonnage; *an automated electronic weighbridge capable of accurately weighing of all material delivered to the facility and of providing KCC with appropriate management information (including transaction listings); *policies, procedures and operational practices that manage materials in accordance with the waste hierarchy to maximise reuse and recycling and minimise disposal with the expectation that no wood waste will be sent to landfill. This should include segregation of wood into appropriate grades, and the use of recycling processes for higher grade or blended material and suitable recovery or biomass solutions for lower grade material; and *robust business continuity and contingency arrangements to ensure continuity of service in the event of plant failure, or facility unavailability, or other operational disruption. *Arrangements for compliance with the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) where applicable including monitoring, reporting and management of any ETS related obligations associated with the treatment or recovery of wood waste The overall estimated volume for this contract is circa. 25,000 tonnes per annum. This figure is indicative and no guarantee of tonnage is given. This contract will be comprised of a single lot. The initial contract term will be 5 years, with an optional extension of up to 2 years subject to performance and mutual agreement. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Maidstone:-Refuse-and-waste-related-services./V6TAU3R939 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/V6TAU3R939 ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: The contract may be extended by a further period of up to 2 years. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040389-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 29 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Nov 2026 - 14 Nov 2031 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £7,000,000 | | Lots value | £7,000,000 | | 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 | WOOD WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICES | | Locality | MAIDSTONE | | Post town | Rochester | | Postcode | ME14 1XQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent | | Local authority | Maidstone | | Electoral ward | Penenden Heath | | Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 90500000 - Refuse and waste related services ## Release History - 1 May 2026 at 10:13 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040389-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040389-2026 1st May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/V6TAU3R939 - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Maidstone:-Refuse-and-waste-related-services./V6TAU3R939 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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