Scope
Description
The objective of this framework is to provide technical support services to WRAP and to other organisations with which WRAP is involved, primarily local authorities in England, Northern Ireland and Wales although there may be some opportunities during the life of the framework to support on the delivery of work outside of the United Kingdom. The technical support provided to local authorities primarily in the UK is in support of meeting the policy priorities of the respective nations.
The Framework has been divided into 4 Lots which are listed below. Organisations can apply for one or more Lots should they wish. Tailored applications should be submitted for each Lot and will be evaluated separately.
Lot 1 Local Authority Technical Support - Recycling and Waste Management
Lot 2 Local Authority Recycling and Waste Management Services Implementation and Roll-Out
Lot 3 Local Authority Waste and Recycling Communications
Lot 4 Waste Composition Analysis
Delta Access Code: 99AM6KXHB9
To view this notice, please click here:
https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=955960402
Total value (estimated)
- £15,000,000 excluding VAT
- £15,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services
Not the same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot Lot 1. Local Authority Technical Support -Resources and Waste Management
Description
Lot 1 covers the provision of advice to local authorities mainly in England, Northern Ireland and Wales on the design, commissioning, delivery and review of services for the collection, re-use, recycling and treatment of household and non-household municipal wastes. The advice provided by WRAP is in support of the policy priorities within each of the nations. It covers the provision of advice in relation to household collections (low-rise and flatted properties), the collection of non-household municipal waste, as well as the provision of bring facilities, Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs), materials handling and sorting facilities. It also covers the development and updating of good practice guidance, case studies and training resources where gaps in existing information are identified.
Lot value (estimated)
- £3,750,000 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 15 September 2025 to 15 September 2028
- Possible extension to 15 September 2029
- 4 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
One 12 month optional extension
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Same for all lots
CPV classifications are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot Lot 2. Local Authority Recycling and Waste Management Service Implementation and Roll-Out
Description
Lot 2 covers the provision of advice to local authorities in England, Northern Ireland and Wales on the implementation and roll out of recycling and waste management services either directly by the local authority or with a contractor. The services to be covered include:
•collections of dry recycling, food waste, garden waste and residual waste from household and business premises,
•Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs),
•materials handling and sorting facilities,
•any other emerging services.
The advice provided by WRAP will be in support of the policy priorities within each of the nations. This work will involve supporting the identified local authority to gain a full understanding of the changes planned and the actions required to implement those changes; liaising with key officers to support and develop a detailed mobilisation plan which will cover all all-key works streams associated with the service change; and support to identify, monitor, manage and mitigate any high risks to the project and overall implementation support to roll out the service change.
Lot value (estimated)
- £3,750,000 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 15 September 2025 to 15 September 2028
- Possible extension to 15 September 2029
- 4 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
Optional 12 month extension
Same for all lots
CPV classifications are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot Lot 3. Local Authority Recycling and Waste Communications
Description
Lot 3 covers the provision of advice and support to local authorities in England, Northern Ireland and Wales on the design, development and delivery of effective recycling and waste communications. The advice provided by WRAP is in support of the policy priorities within each of the nations. It covers the provision of communications advice and support, including strategic and tactical planning, project and supplier management, and campaign and asset delivery, in relation to household recycling and waste collections (including low-rise and flatted properties), local authority operated business waste collections, waste reduction initiatives, bring facilities and Household Waste and Recycling Centres (HWRCs).
Lot value (estimated)
- £3,750,000 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 15 September 2025 to 15 September 2028
- Possible extension to 15 September 2029
- 4 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
Optional 12 month extension
Same for all lots
CPV classifications are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot Lot 4. Waste Composition Analysis
Description
The objective of this lot is to provide high quality waste composition services in one lot. The suppliers appointed to the framework shall have significant demonstrable skills, expertise and experience to deliver this objective and the requirements of this framework effectively. These typically include:
•identifying recyclable materials remaining in the residual waste stream.
•identifying contamination levels in recyclable materials.
•calculating capture rates for targeted recyclable materials.
•correlating arisings of waste and recyclable materials with attitudes and behaviours.
The purpose of Waste Composition studies for WRAP is to:
•inform citizen or business communications.
•provide WRAP with data to inform policy and work with governments.
•inform Local Authority improvements.
•inform and support improvements in collection services and waste processing infrastructure.
•assess the success of pilots, trials or communications at capturing materials for recycling.
Lot value (estimated)
- £3,750,000 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 15 September 2025 to 15 September 2028
- Possible extension to 15 September 2029
- 4 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
Optional 12 month extension
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Same for all lots
CPV classifications are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot Lot 1. Local Authority Technical Support -Resources and Waste Management
Lot Lot 2. Local Authority Recycling and Waste Management Service Implementation and Roll-Out
Lot Lot 3. Local Authority Recycling and Waste Communications
Lot Lot 4. Waste Composition Analysis
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
12 June 2025, 12:59pm
Submission type
Tenders
Deadline for requests to participate
12 June 2025, 1:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
2 September 2025
Award criteria
Lot Lot 1. Local Authority Technical Support -Resources and Waste Management
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality/Technical | Price | 75% |
| Price | Price | 25% |
Lot Lot 2. Local Authority Recycling and Waste Management Service Implementation and Roll-Out
Lot Lot 3. Local Authority Recycling and Waste Communications
Lot Lot 4. Waste Composition Analysis
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 75% |
| Price | Price | 25% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
- Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Competitive flexible procedure description
Stage 1 selection questionnaire then Stage 2 ITT response
Contracting authority
WRAP (Waste and Resources Action Programme)
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PCTJ-5948-ZJZV
Second Floor, Blenheim Court, 19 George Street
Banbury
OX16 5BH
United Kingdom
Contact name: Procurement Lead
Email: procurement@wrap.ngo
Region: UKJ14 - Oxfordshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government