---
title: "Waste Treatment and Disposal Contract"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a38a"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DORSET COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-26"
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# Waste Treatment and Disposal Contract

Buyer: DORSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a38a

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## Summary

Dorset Council is in the planning stages of a procurement process for a "Waste Treatment and Disposal Contract." The contract, classified under the services category, focuses on refuse disposal and treatment and is situated in the region of UKK2, United Kingdom. The procurement process is being conducted as an open procedure, in line with the Procurement Act 2023. With an estimated gross value of GBP 192,000,000, the contract is expected to commence on 1st September 2027 and conclude by 31st August 2037, with a potential extension to 31st August 2041. Interested parties should note that detailed procurement notices will be published by 30th October 2026.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the refuse disposal and treatment industry to secure long-term service provision with a major public authority. Companies skilled in waste management and treatment would gain potential growth by competing for this large-scale contract. Given the contract's extensive timescale and high value, it is particularly suited to established firms with the capacity to handle significant projects and ensure compliance with stringent municipal waste disposal standards. Engaging in this tender could facilitate increased business credibility and market presence within the public sector.

## Notice

Waste Treatment and Disposal of Waste. This procurement forms part of the Council's published Pipeline Notice in line with the Procurement Act 2023. All pipeline information is indicative and subject to change. The Council reserves the right to amend or withdraw procurement activity as required. The information contained within this pipeline notice is provided for planning and transparency purposes only. It does not constitute a commitment to undertake any procurement activity. All values, timelines and requirements are indicative and subject to change. The Council reserves the right to amend, delay or cancel any procurement activity at its discretion. Dorset Council is not bound by the information provided in this pipeline notice, which could change over time as plans for the procurements become clearer. Dorset Council is not under any obligation to proceed with any procurement that has been specified in this pipeline notice.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048761-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline 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 |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Oct 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2027 - 31 Aug 2037 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DORSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | DORCHESTER |
| Post town | Dorchester |
| Postcode | DT1 1XJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK64 Dorset |
| Local authority | Dorset |
| Electoral ward | Dorchester West |
| Westminster constituency | West Dorset |
| Delivery location | TLK2 Dorset and Somerset |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90510000 - Refuse disposal and treatment

## Release History

- 26 May 2026 at 12:28 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048761-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048761-2026
  26th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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