--- title: "Container Shipment of Waste to Shetland" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000814571" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000814571" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000814571.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000814571.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-05" --- # Container Shipment of Waste to Shetland Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000814571 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000814571) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000814571.json) ## Summary The Orkney Islands Council has awarded a contract for the shipment of waste materials to Northwards Ltd, marking the transition from tender to award. This procurement involved the provision of ISO 20ft containers for shipping waste from Orkney to the Shetland Islands, structured as an open procedure under services, with a focus on environmental management in the public services sector. The value of the contract amounts to £3,000,000, and it was signed on the 6th of February 2026. With contract activities commencing on the 1st of April 2026 and concluding on the 31st of March 2031, this initiative is a crucial development for local waste management services, potentially influencing regional waste management strategies in the UKM65 region. This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in logistics and waste management, particularly those offering competitive pricing and robust quality processes, given the balanced award criteria of 70% price and 30% quality. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) stand a favourable chance, demonstrated by the contract’s award to Northwards Ltd, a supplier classified as an SME. Companies excelling in container supply, waste transport, and environmentally responsible disposal processes would find opportunities to establish and expand their presence in the Orkney and Shetland Islands, fostering advancements in local and sustainable waste solutions. The procurement method reflects a transparent and open procedure, encouraging electronic submissions and focusing on both economic and technical selection criteria. ## Notice The provision of shipment of waste materials and provision of standard ISO 20ft containers for the shipment of the majority of waste materials from Orkney to Shetland. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The provision of shipment of waste materials and provision of standard ISO 20ft containers for the shipment of the majority of waste materials from Orkney to Shetland. The provider will receive and exchange ISO 20ft containers on and off OIC vehicles in Orkney and transfer full waste containers for disposal or recover to waste management facilities located on the Shetland Islands. Renewal: Initial term of 3 years with 2 x 12 month extension options, subject to the satisfactory annual performance reviews. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551002 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 6 Feb 2026 | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 | | Recurrence | October 2030 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,000,000 | | Lots value | £3,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £3,000,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL | | Locality | KIRKWALL | | Post town | Kirkwall | | Postcode | KW15 1NY | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Orkney Islands | | Electoral ward | Kirkwall East | | Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland | | Delivery location | TLM65 Orkney Islands | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | NORTHWARDS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 44613800 - Containers for waste material - 90500000 - Refuse and waste related services - 90512000 - Refuse transport services ## Release History - 5 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551002 - 22 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC546174 - 12 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545550 - 13 Nov 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV543457 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543457&idx=1 13th November 2025 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543457&idx=2 13th November 2025 - Compliance Statement - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543457&idx=3 13th November 2025 - Structure & Format of Proposal - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543457&idx=4 13th November 2025 - Price Schedule - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543457&idx=5 13th November 2025 - Relevant Contract Climate Change Plan - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV543457 Container Shipment of Waste to Shetland - The provision of shipment of waste materials and provision of standard ISO 20ft containers for the shipment of the majority of waste materials from Orkney to Shetland. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551002 Container Shipment of Waste to Shetland - The provision of shipment of waste materials and provision of standard ISO 20ft containers for the shipment of the majority of waste materials from Orkney to Shetland. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.orkney.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000814571 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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