Scope
Reference
Waste2026-29
Description
The Archway Learning Trust 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 it`s Academies. The purpose of this tender is to identify a single provider who can meet the technical and operational requirements outlined in this document.
For full tender details, specification and how to respond to this tender please contact the Procurement Manager at the Trust via email gklein@archwaytrust.co.uk
Total value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 March 2026 to 28 February 2029
- Possible extension to 28 February 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
The contract can be extended following satisfactory annual performance and with the agreement of both parties.
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
The Trust needs flexibility to add further locations under the Contract to provide same service for the new academies which will join during that time of period.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 90500000 - Refuse and waste related services
Contract locations
- UKF1 - Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Submission
Enquiry deadline
3 November 2025, 12:00pm
Submission type
Tenders
Tender submission deadline
21 November 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
https://www.archwaytrust.co.uk/ is the link for the Trust`s website.
Tenderers must email their documents to tender@archwaytrust.co.uk and gklein@archwaytrust.co.uk
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
19 December 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criteria | Criteria Weighting Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) PASS / FAIL Prices provided for 36 months 30.00% Quality of work 30.00% Account Management 19.00% Social Value 7.00% Sustainability Approach... |
Quality | 100% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Competitive flexible procedure description
The first stage will effectively assess all suppliers that can meet the Trust`s requirements within a competitive marketplace.
Shortlisted tenderers will be taken forward to the second stage for presentation.
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
The Trust contacted 9 potential Suppliers who offer Waste Management Services in local area: Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.
Documents
Associated tender documents
INVITATION TO TENDER FOR WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES.pdf
Suppliers should contact the Procurement Manager to get appendices for successful submission of tender documents. Her email address: gklein@archwaytrust.co.uk
Contracting authority
ARCHWAY LEARNING TRUST
- Companies House: 07875164
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDBN-7854-JZPQ
ASPLEY LANE
Nottingham
NG8 5GY
United Kingdom
Email: tender@archwaytrust.co.uk
Region: UKF14 - Nottingham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government