Scope
Reference
FRAM204/25
Description
The University of Birmingham wishes to invite tenders for the provision of comprehensive Waste Management Services. The aim is to ensure efficient, compliant, environmentally responsible, and cost-effective waste collection, disposal, and recycling services across all University campuses. The purpose of this tender is to identify a single provider who can meet the technical and operational requirements outlined in this document.
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This tender is subject to the provisions of the Procurement Act 2023 and Procurement Regulations 2024. All tenderers must be registered on the government Central Digital Platform (CDP).
Total value (estimated)
- £0 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2028
- Possible extension to 30 November 2029
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
The contract can be extended following satisfactory annual performance and commercial reviews, and with the agreement of both parties.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 90500000 - Refuse and waste related services
Contract locations
- UKG31 - Birmingham
Submission
Enquiry deadline
26 August 2025, 5:00pm
Submission type
Requests to participate
Deadline for requests to participate
1 September 2025, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
27 October 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Simple description | The Procurement Specific Questionnaire stage will shortlist tenderers on the following criteria: Core supplier information - 1% Core Economic & Financial Standing - 2% Core Technical & Professional... |
Price |
Weighting description
The Procurement Specific Questionnaire stage will shortlist tenderers on the following criteria:
Core supplier information - 1%
Core Economic & Financial Standing - 2%
Core Technical & Professional Ability - 3%
Core - Project Capability - 3%
Core - Corporate & Social Engagement - 1%
Compliance - 20%
Experience - 70%
The ITT Stage will evaluate tenders based on the following criteria:
Management of Contract - 20%
Delivery - 20%
Innovation - 10%
Sustainability - 10%
Overall Price - 40%
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Competitive flexible procedure description
The Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) stage will effectively assess all suppliers that are "capable" of meeting the University's requirements within a competitive marketplace. Shortlisted tenderers will be taken forward to the Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage.
Contracting authority
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
- Companies House: RC000645
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@bham.ac.uk
Website: http://www.birmingham.ac.uk
Region: UKG31 - Birmingham
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)