Published date: 21 August 2025

Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.


Closing: 11 September 2025, 11:59pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Waste and rubbish containers and bins - 34928480

  • Refuse recycling services - 90514000

Location of contract

North West, South East, South West

Value of contract

£12,000 to £17,500

Procurement reference

SBTCWAS2008

Published date

21 August 2025

Closing date

11 September 2025

Closing time

11:59pm

Contract start date

1 November 2025

Contract end date

1 November 2026

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Open procedure (above threshold)

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

No


Description

Application Process:
Complete the attached MS Forms by the closing date
https://forms.office.com/e/D4hyZtrEef

Additionally, please email your competitive quote to procurement@seetec.co.uk, detailing your pricing for General Waste and Recycling Waste. Kindly include your standard Terms and Conditions

Seetec is a leading provider of high-quality services across the UK in the sectors of skills and education, employability and health, criminal justice, and social care.

We are committed to working with Partners who align with our purpose, vision, mission, and values. You can learn more about these here: Seetec Purpose, Vision, Mission and Values.

We are currently seeking a Waste Collection Service Provider to manage waste collection across our UK offices-currently 12 sites located as follows:

North West: 1 site
Birkenhead
South East: 3 sites
Great Yarmouth
Hockley
Kings Lyn
South West: 8 sites
Barnstaple
Bodmin
Bristol
Launceston
Plymouth
St Austell
Torquay
Wells

Additional sites may be added as new locations are acquired.

Contract Value
We estimate the contract value to be between £12,000 and £17,500 based upon on a competitive tender process.

Service Requirements
The service must cover all waste streams in line with the Simpler Recycling requirements effective from 31 March 2025:
Dry recyclables - plastic, metal, glass
Paper and card
Food waste
Residual waste
We expect the service to prioritise recycling and aim for zero waste to landfill.

Reporting Requirements
The provider must supply an Annual Environmental Sustainability Report including:
Total weight of waste collected
Weight and percentage of waste recycled
Weight and percentage of waste incinerated
Weight and percentage of waste treated/digested
Weight and percentage of waste sent to landfill
Carbon footprint (CO₂e) of service delivery

Due Diligence Requirements
In addition to standard financial and insurance checks, due diligence must include relevant environmental permits and waste licences for each location:
Waste Management Licence
Exemption Certificates
Carrier, Broker, Dealer - Upper Tier Registration


More information

Additional text

Specific requirements and capabilities:

- Supplier must be able to service all 12 locations:
Barnstaple
Birkenhead
Bodmin
Bristol
Great Yarmouth
Hockley
Kings Lyn
Launceston
Plymouth
St Austell
Torquay
Wells

-Seetec would like to request a designated Account Manager to support strong supplier relationships.

- Supplier must pass the Seetec due diligence process once notified of intent to award (template attached for your information).

- Any bids that do not answer all questions or requirements will be immediately discounted, and the supplier will not be notified.


How to apply

Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.


About the buyer

Contact name

Kristina Cousins

Address

75-77 Main Road
HOCKLEY
SS54RG
England

Email

procurement@seetec.co.uk

Website

https://seetec.co.uk/