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title: "Recycling of Paper & Cardboard"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000826542"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-16"
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# Recycling of Paper & Cardboard

Buyer: EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000826542

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by East Ayrshire Council, is for the "Recycling of Paper & Cardboard" services, targeting the public services industry category. The council seeks a service provider to purchase previously collected and segregated paper and cardboard for recycling, within the East Ayrshire region. This tender is currently in the active stage, specifically the tender stage, using an open procedure for procurement. The key deadline for submission of tenders is 18th May 2026 at noon, with the award period commencing immediately after on the same date. The tender allows electronic submissions, ensuring ease of participation for prospective bidders.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the waste management and recycling sectors. Companies holding appropriate waste licenses and with expertise in recycling services will be well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement process anticipates handling approximately 5,000 tonnes per annum, offering a substantial business opportunity. Additionally, the contract has potential extensions, allowing for recurrent business growth over a period of up to five years, depending on extension options. Businesses equipped with electronic payment and invoicing capabilities will find this tender particularly advantageous.

## Notice

The Council is seeking to set up a Contract with a Service Provider who will 'buy' from the Council, previously collected and segregated paper and cardboard for recycling.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Service Provider will 'buy' from the Council, previously collected and segregated paper and cardboard for recycling. The material shall be collected from council depots within East Ayrshire. It is anticipated that there will be approximately 5,000 tonnes per annum for collection.

Renewal: 2 one-year extension options

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554015 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract 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 | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 3, 4 or 5 years, dependent on extension options |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90514000 - Refuse recycling services

## Release History

- 16 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554015

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554015
  Recycling of Paper & Cardboard - The Council is seeking to set up a Contract with a Service Provider who will 'buy' from the Council, previously collected and segregated paper and cardboard for recycling.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000826542
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

## Provenance

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