Scope
Reference
DN775877
Description
The council seeks to procure a mechanism for the disposal of highways operational waste that is necessary for the highways delivery team to carry out essential maintenance works. The mechanism proposed is compliant with regulations and Council rules and will provide an efficient and best value procurement approach.
The contract is for a period of 4 years unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of Contract.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £1,200,000 excluding VAT
- £1,440,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2029
- 4 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services
Contract locations
- UKD1 - Cumbria
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
The council seeks to procure a mechanism for the disposal of highways operational waste that is necessary for the highways delivery team to carry out essential maintenance works. The mechanism proposed is compliant with regulations and Council rules and will provide an efficient and best value procurement approach.
The contract is for a period of 4 years unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of Contract.
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
29 September 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
14 October 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
31 October 2025
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 3 September 2029
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 70% |
| Price | Price | 20% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://www.the-chest.org.uk
Technical specifications to be met
https://www.the-chest.org.uk
Contracting authority
Cumberland Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJGX-9191-DYLV
Cumbria House, 107-117 Botchergate
Carlisle
CA1 1RD
United Kingdom
Region: UKD12 - East Cumbria
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government