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title: "Design & Installation of New MRF Equipment"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000815919"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-30"
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# Design & Installation of New MRF Equipment

Buyer: EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000815919

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## Summary

The procurement process led by East Ayrshire Council involved the design and installation of new Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) equipment, aiming to enhance recycling efficiency and comply with legislative changes. The contract, identified as PS/25/189, fell under the goods category and was executed through an open procedure. This process encompassed two main lots: one for conveyor sorting equipment focusing on plastics and cans, and another for a paper/cardboard auto feed baler. Based in Kilmarnock, UK, the procurement phase concluded with all contracts signed on 25th March 2026. Key dates include the expression of interest deadline on 9th January 2026, followed by tender submissions by 27th January 2026, due to a scheduling amendment prompted by the holiday season.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental technologies, particularly those capable of supplying innovative recycling equipment. The involvement of SMEs like CWS Engineering and Blue Machinery (Scotland) Ltd underscores the potential for smaller enterprises to compete successfully, aligning with modern procurement strategies that encourage diverse supplier participation. Companies with expertise in the design, installation, and commissioning of recycling equipment, especially those offering advanced solutions for material separation and handling, would be well-suited to participate in similar future bids. The contract's focus on sustainability and legislative compliance further enhances appeal to firms prioritising eco-friendly practices.

## Notice

Design, install and commission new MRF Equipment within existing MRF building to maximise efficiency to increase recycling targets and meet legislative changes.

### Lot Information

Lot 2 - Installation of New Paper/Cardboard Auto Feed Baler

Supply and install new auto feed baler to permit receipt of approximately 5,000 tonnes of mixed paper and cardboard per annum at a throughout of minimum 4 tonnes per hour, located within the council's MRF building at Western Road, Kilmarnock.

Lot 1 - Design, Install & Commission New Conveyor Sorting Equipment

Design, install and commission new materials recovery facility equipment for plastic and cans within the existing MRF building at Western Road, Kilmarnock which will receive approximately 4,000 tonnes of mixed plastics and aluminium/steel cans per annum for separation and baling together with the ability to extract film.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552731 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,944,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | KILMARNOCK |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA3 7BU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |
| Local authority | East Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Kilmarnock East and Hurlford |
| Westminster constituency | Kilmarnock and Loudoun |
| Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | BLUE MACHINERY (SCOTLAND; CWS ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

### Codes

- 30132000 - Sorting equipment
- 42417300 - Conveyor equipment
- 42914000 - Recycling equipment
- 43315000 - Compacting machinery

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552731
- 10 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545326
- 28 Nov 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV544530

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV544530
  Design & Installation of New MRF Equipment - Design, install and commission new MRF Equipment within existing MRF building to maximise efficiency to increase recycling targets and meet legislative changes.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552731
  Design & Installation of New MRF Equipment - Design, install and commission new MRF Equipment within existing MRF building to maximise efficiency to increase recycling targets and meet legislative changes.

## Notice URLs

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- http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000815919
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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