--- title: "Provision of Skip Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06af26" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06af26" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06af26.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06af26.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HIGHLAND COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-19" --- # Provision of Skip Services Buyer: HIGHLAND COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06af26 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06af26) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06af26.json) ## Summary Highland Council has updated the tender notice for the provision of skip services, classified under refuse and waste-related services (CPV code 90500000). This procurement, utilising the open procedure, aims to service skip containers for recyclable materials and waste, including special waste, across several Highland Council sites in the UK, mainly in Inverness. The process, led by legal basis CELEX 32014L0024, has recently amended the deadline for tender submissions to 20th July 2026, with the opening of tenders also slated for the same date. The total value is estimated at £5.3 million, covering an 1800-day period with possible extensions of up to 24 months. The procurement allows for electronic submissions to facilitate participation, with all communications conducted in English. This tender represents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in waste management, transportation, and recycling services. Ideal candidates would excel in logistics for various waste types, including complex materials like asbestos, and demonstrate robust health and safety practices. With the contract encouraging community benefits such as targeted recruitment and sustainability initiatives, SMEs and local suppliers are well-positioned to leverage their proximity for competitive advantage. The tender's lot structure allows for tailored proposals, enhancing opportunities for businesses of varying capacities to secure parts of the contract. ## Notice The Authority requires the servicing of skip containers used for the storage of a range of recyclable materials and / or waste including Special Waste, namely wrapped bonded asbestos at Highland Council Recycling Centres and Transfer Stations. The appointed Lot contractors are required to collect skip containers from the Council's sites and transport them to a range of appointed treatment / disposal facilities at various named destinations on an as and when required basis. ### Lot Information Inverness & Inner Moray Firth Provision of skips of various sizes, including delivery, exchange and collection services across the Council area. This includes both planned and ad hoc requirements. Renewal: Option of multiple extensions to be extended by up to twenty-four (24) months, subject to mutual agreement Skye Collection, transport and disposal of green, wood and inert waste contained within skips. The Contractor must ensure compliance with all relevant waste management legislation and maximise recycling where possible. Renewal: Option of multiple extensions to be extended by up to twenty-four (24) months, subject to mutual agreement Lochaber Provision of skip and waste management services for specific waste types requiring specialist handling (e.g. segregated materials or regulated waste streams). Contractors must hold appropriate licences for the waste types managed. Renewal: Option of multiple extensions to be extended by up to twenty-four (24) months, subject to mutual agreement Plasterboard Provision of skips and associated services on a scheduled or ad hoc basis for the collection of Plasterboard for onward transport to treatment site. Renewal: Option of multiple extensions to be extended by up to twenty-four (24) months, subject to mutual agreement Asbestos Provision of specialist services for the collection, transport and disposal of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). Provision of skips and associated services on a scheduled or ad hoc basis for the collection of Asbestos for onward transport to treatment site. Contractors must hold appropriate hazardous waste and asbestos handling licences. Renewal: Option of multiple extensions to be extended by up to twenty-four (24) months, subject to mutual agreement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058074-2026 | | 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 | 19 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 6 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £5,300,000 | | 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 | HIGHLAND COUNCIL | | Locality | INVERNESS | | Post town | Inverness | | Postcode | IV3 5NX | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Highland | | Electoral ward | Inverness West | | Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire | | Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 90500000 - Refuse and waste related services ## Release History - 19 Jun 2026 at 12:27 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058074-2026 - 5 Jun 2026 at 15:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053521-2026 ## Notice URLs - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000831882 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.highland.gov.uk - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=831882 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=831882 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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