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title: "The provision of recycling and waste collection services including destruction of confidential wastepaper from Shropshire Council owned/run sites"
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# The provision of recycling and waste collection services including destruction of confidential wastepaper from Shropshire Council owned/run sites

Buyer: SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a000

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## Summary

Shropshire Council is currently in the tender stage of procuring services for recycling and waste collection, alongside the destruction of confidential wastepaper from council-owned and operated sites in Shropshire. The tender, titled "The provision of recycling and waste collection services including destruction of confidential wastepaper," involves essential waste management activities to meet diverse operational needs. The contract is executed through an open procedure, under the regulation 2023/54 UKPGA, set to commence on 11th November 2026 and conclude on 11th November 2030. The submission deadline for tenders is 12th August 2026, with a contract value estimated at £589,200. This opportunity is designated for ‘services’ in the refuse and waste-related services category and will impact properties subject to local regulation and sustainability practices within the UKG22 region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in waste management and recycling services. Particularly, companies with robust capabilities in handling dry-mixed recycling and confidential waste destruction are well-suited. The Council seeks a contractor that can deliver flexible collection schedules, optimise resource efficiency, and support sustainability objectives, which could lead to a collaborative long-term partnership. Organisations capable of adhering to UK legislation and ensuring the minimisation of environmental impact through innovative waste solutions will find this tender an excellent opportunity for growth and to demonstrate environmental stewardship, enhancing their portfolio and market position.

## Notice

This procurement covers the provision of recycling and residual waste collection services, together with the secure destruction of confidential wastepaper, where instructed, from Shropshire Council owned and/or operated properties across the county of Shropshire. The fundamental objective of the procurement will be to secure a reliable, efficient, and compliant waste management service capable of meeting the diverse operational needs of the Council's estate. This includes the consistent delivery of recycling services, the lawful collection and disposal of residual waste, and the secure handling and destruction of confidential wastepaper, as required. Through the delivery of this requirement the Council places a strong emphasis on adherence to the waste hierarchy, prioritising waste prevention, reuse, and recycling above treatment and disposal. Contractors are therefore expected to support the Council's wider environmental, sustainability, and resource-efficiency objectives, and to work collaboratively with the Council to maximise recycling performance and reduce waste arisings wherever practicable. The contract resulting from this procurement will play a key role in maintaining Shropshire's public spaces as clean, safe, and welcoming environments, supporting the Council's long-term sustainability and environmental objectives. The Council's expectation is that a longer-term, single supplier contract will provide greater value for money for the council in terms of financial efficiencies, but also staff resourcing, consistency of service provision. The Council envisage that this, in turn, will create the conditions for the contract's outcomes to align with wider Council sustainability, social, and environmental objectives. Indicative scope of contract The collection programme shall comprise weekly or fortnightly scheduled collections of commercial waste from Shropshire Council owned and/or operated properties, as determined by the operational requirements of each site, (for indicative purposes currently numbering 35 operating sites). The Contractor will be required to ensure that waste streams are appropriately segregated and collected separately, including (but not limited to) the following service outputs: *Dry-Mixed Recycling: * Wastepaper and cardboard * Metals * Plastics * Glass *Residual (non-recyclable) waste *Collection and Destruction of Confidential Waste *Collection of Food Waste *Potential additional services required by the Council, such as the Collection of WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Collections will be required to be undertaken in accordance with the waste hierarchy, best practice in waste management, and all applicable UK legislation and guidance. The Council require that the Contractor will be responsible for ensuring that all services are delivered in a manner that prevents harm to human health and the environment for the full duration of the contract, including during collection, transportation, treatment, and final disposal. From time to time, additional or ad-hoc collections may be required due to increased waste arisings, operational demands, or exceptional circumstances. Collection Frequency and Service Periods The Contractor must be capable of scheduling collections over 20, 40, or 52 weeks per year, as specified by each individual property. Collection frequencies and service levels must be flexible and capable of adjustment to reflect seasonal demand, operational changes, or service reviews, subject to agreement with the Council.

### Planning Information

Engagement process description:
Organisations are invited to complete and submit the preliminary market engagement questionnaire by COP 5th June. 
To access the questionnaire, please email Dave.Sage@Shropshire.gov.uk with the name of your organisation, and supply the name and email of whoever will be completing the questionnaire.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063476-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - 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 | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | 5 Jun 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 11 Nov 2026 - 11 Nov 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £589,200 |
| Lots value | £589,200 |
| 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 | SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | SHREWSBURY |
| Post town | Shrewsbury |
| Postcode | SY3 8HQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG22 Shropshire |
| Local authority | Shropshire |
| Electoral ward | Porthill |
| Westminster constituency | Shrewsbury |
| Delivery location | TLG22 Shropshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90500000 - Refuse and waste related services
- 90514000 - Refuse recycling services

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2026 at 09:16 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063476-2026
- 21 May 2026 at 16:19 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047401-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063476-2026
  7th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047401-2026
  21st May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/J59A48V48Q
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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