860_26 Refuse and Recycling Products

Procurement reference

860_26

Procurement description

ESPO are establishing a national framework for the provision of refuse and recycling products, including not limited to plastic wheeled bins (2 and 4 wheels), steel wheeled bins (4 wheels), steel wheeled bin maintenance, spare parts for 4-wheeled bins, plastic refuse sacks, compostable liners, kerbside containers, compost bins, and food waste containers.

The Framework is divided into 12 lots:

Lot 1A. Supply of Plastic 2-Wheeled Bins

Lot 1B. Supply of Plastic 4-Wheeled Bins

Lot 2. Supply of Steel 4-Wheeled Bins

Lot 3. Steel Bin Maintenance and Repair

Lot 4. Supply of Spare Parts for 4-Wheeled Bins

Lot 5. Supply of Kerbside Recycling Containers

Lot 6. Supply of Stackable Boxes for Waste

Lot 7. Supply of Food Waste Containers

Lot 8. Supply of Kerbside Recycling Bags

Lot 9. Supply of Compostable Liners

Lot 10. Supply of Plastic Refuse Sacks

Lot 11. Supply of Compost Bins

Please refer to the tender documents for further details - the closing date for submission of Tenders has been further extended to 12:00 (12 noon) on 17 November 2025.

To tender (please proceed to step (e) if an expression of interest has already been completed):

(a) Go to https://www.eastmidstenders.org/; (b) Register (if not already registered on ProContract); (c) Search for tender opportunity '860_26' (via "View Opportunities" from the EastMidsTenders Portal); (d) Express an interest; (e) Download the tender documents (from the ProContract Activity summary screen).

Any questions or clarifications relating to this tender opportunity should be submitted to ESPO as a message on the eProcurement Portal, once an Expression of interest has been completed.

Main category

Goods

Delivery regions

• UK - United Kingdom

Total value (estimated)

250000000 GBP Including VAT

Contract dates (estimated)

01 February 2026, 00:00AM to 31 January 2028, 23:59PM

Extension end date (if all the extensions are used): 31 January 2030

Is a framework being established?

Yes

Leicestershire County Council, trading as ESPO

Procedure type

Open procedure

Is the total value above threshold?

Above threshold

Trade agreements

Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

Further information about fees

Framework fee is calculated based on the invoiced value to the customer by the supplier.

For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

Percentage fee charged to suppliers

1.00%

Type of framework

Open

Award method when using the framework

With and without reopening competition

Contracting authority locations

• UK

Contracting authorities that may use the framework

As a Centralised procurement authority as defined in the Procurement Act 2023, the Framework is open for use by Public Bodies (defined at https://www.espo.org/amfile/file/download/file/9608/) that also fall into one of the following classifications of user throughout all administrative regions of the UK: Local Authorities; Educational Establishments (including Academies); Central Government Departments and Agencies; Police, Fire & Rescue and Coastguard Emergency Services; NHS and HSC Bodies, including Ambulance Services; Registered Charities; Registered Social Landlords; The Corporate Office of the House of Lords, The Corporate Officer of the House of Commons; or any public body established by or under the Scotland Act 1998 or any Act of the Scottish Parliament. Details on general classification of end user establishments and geographical areas are available at: https://www.espo.org/legal.

Framework operation description

It should be noted that the Framework could be used in a number of ways where refuse and recycling products are required. Customers wishing to buy Goods via the Framework will do so in the following way(s) in accordance with section 45 of the Procurement Act 2023 (and any subsequent amendment or re-enactment thereof):

Call-off without competition

'Calling-off' Goods from a Supplier identified who is a) included in the Framework; b) suitable for meeting the Customer's specific needs, and; c) identified as offering the most advantageous solution to the Customer's requirements, based on the information provided to Customers.

Call-off with competition (Further Competitive Selection Process)

'Calling-off' by conducting a further competitive selection process amongst those Suppliers identified in the Framework as being able to provide the required Goods. This means that not all competitive selection processes will necessarily include all the Suppliers - a customer will only invite those Suppliers that are included in the Framework for the particular type of contract required. Customers will assess the suppliers as set out in the terms and conditions of the Framework.

Please refer to the tender documents for any further details.

ESPO Trading Limited Second Framework:

ESPO has established a commercial trading company, ESPO Trading Limited, whose target clients are third sector organisations such as national and local charities, public sector mutual organisations and other organisations involved in the delivery of services to or for the public sector. The successful Supplier may be asked to enter into an additional separate framework agreement (the Second Framework) with ESPO Trading Limited on materially similar terms to that found in the tender pack to be entered into by ESPO itself.

Any Second Framework agreement will be a purely commercial agreement and will, for the avoidance of doubt, not be governed by the Procurement Act 2023 or other public procurement legislation. ESPO Trading Limited may enter into the second framework agreement with the successful supplier and make it available to third sector clients who themselves are not required to follow the Procurement Act 2023 or other public procurement legislation. Accordingly, this is provided for tenderers information only.

Description

Lot 1A is for the provision of plastic 2-wheeled bins and associated products and services.

For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

CPV classifications

• 34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins
• 39224340 - Bins
• 42914000 - Recycling equipment
• 44613600 - Wheeled containers
• 44613800 - Containers for waste material

Delivery regions

• UK - United Kingdom

Lot value (estimated)

250000000 GBP Including VAT

Sustainability

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Contract start date (estimated)

01 February 2026, 00:00AM

Contract end date (estimated)

31 January 2028, 23:59PM

Extension end date (estimated)

31 January 2030, 23:59PM

Can the contract be extended?

Yes

Description of extensions

The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework).

Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Does the lot include options?

Yes

Description of options

ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Participation

Award criteria

Description

Lot 1B is for the provision of plastic 4-wheeled bins and associated products and services.

For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

CPV classifications

• 34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins
• 39224340 - Bins
• 42914000 - Recycling equipment
• 44613600 - Wheeled containers
• 44613800 - Containers for waste material

Delivery regions

• UK - United Kingdom

Lot value (estimated)

250000000 GBP Including VAT

Sustainability

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Contract start date (estimated)

01 February 2026, 00:00AM

Contract end date (estimated)

31 January 2028, 23:59PM

Extension end date (estimated)

31 January 2030, 23:59PM

Can the contract be extended?

Yes

Description of extensions

The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework).

Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Does the lot include options?

Yes

Description of options

ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Participation

Award criteria

Description

Lot 2 is for the provision of steel 4-wheeled bins and associated products and services.

For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

CPV classifications

• 34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins
• 39224340 - Bins
• 42914000 - Recycling equipment
• 44613600 - Wheeled containers
• 44613800 - Containers for waste material

Delivery regions

• UK - United Kingdom

Lot value (estimated)

250000000 GBP Including VAT

Sustainability

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Contract start date (estimated)

01 February 2026, 00:00AM

Contract end date (estimated)

31 January 2028, 23:59PM

Extension end date (estimated)

31 January 2030, 23:59PM

Can the contract be extended?

Yes

Description of extensions

The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework).

Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Does the lot include options?

Yes

Description of options

ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Participation

Description

Lot 3 covers the maintenance and repair services for steel bins at a variety of locations.

For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

CPV classifications

• 34913000 - Miscellaneous spare parts
• 34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins
• 39224340 - Bins
• 50514000 - Repair and maintenance services of metal containers

Delivery regions

• UK - United Kingdom

Lot value (estimated)

250000000 GBP Including VAT

Sustainability

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Contract start date (estimated)

01 February 2026, 00:00AM

Contract end date (estimated)

31 January 2028, 23:59PM

Extension end date (estimated)

31 January 2030, 23:59PM

Can the contract be extended?

Yes

Description of extensions

The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework).

Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Does the lot include options?

Yes

Description of options

ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Participation

Award criteria

Description

Lot 4 covers the supply of a wide range of spare parts for 4-wheeled bins.

For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

CPV classifications

• 34913000 - Miscellaneous spare parts
• 34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins
• 39224340 - Bins
• 50514000 - Repair and maintenance services of metal containers

Delivery regions

• UK - United Kingdom

Lot value (estimated)

250000000 GBP Including VAT

Sustainability

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Contract start date (estimated)

01 February 2026, 00:00AM

Contract end date (estimated)

31 January 2028, 23:59PM

Extension end date (estimated)

31 January 2030, 23:59PM

Can the contract be extended?

Yes

Description of extensions

The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework).

Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Does the lot include options?

Yes

Description of options

ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Participation

Award criteria

Description

Lot 5 covers the supply of a wide range of kerbside recycling containers.

For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

CPV classifications

• 34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins
• 39224340 - Bins
• 42914000 - Recycling equipment
• 44613600 - Wheeled containers
• 44613800 - Containers for waste material

Delivery regions

• UK - United Kingdom

Lot value (estimated)

250000000 GBP Including VAT

Sustainability

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Contract start date (estimated)

01 February 2026, 00:00AM

Contract end date (estimated)

31 January 2028, 23:59PM

Extension end date (estimated)

31 January 2030, 23:59PM

Can the contract be extended?

Yes

Description of extensions

The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework).

Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Does the lot include options?

Yes

Description of options

ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Participation

Description

Lot 6 covers the supply of a wide range of stackable boxes for various waste types.

For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

CPV classifications

• 34928480

  Award criteria

  Type: price

  Name

  Price

  Weighting: 50

  Weighting type: percentageExact

  Type: quality

  Name

  Non-Price

  Weighting: 50

  Weighting type: percentageExact

  Award criteria

  Type: price

  Name

  Price

  Weighting: 50

  Weighting type: percentageExact

  Type: quality

  Name

  Non-Price

  Weighting: 50

  Weighting type: percentageExact

  - Waste and rubbish containers and bins
• 39224340 - Bins
• 42914000 - Recycling equipment
• 44613800 - Containers for waste material

Delivery regions

• UK - United Kingdom

Lot value (estimated)

250000000 GBP Including VAT

Sustainability

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Contract start date (estimated)

01 February 2026, 00:00AM

Contract end date (estimated)

31 January 2028, 23:59PM

Extension end date (estimated)

31 January 2030, 23:59PM

Can the contract be extended?

Yes

Description of extensions

The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework).

Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Does the lot include options?

Yes

Description of options

ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Participation

Award criteria

Description

Lot 7 covers the supply of a wide range of food waste containers including kitchen caddies and kerbside caddies.

For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

CPV classifications

• 34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins
• 39224340 - Bins
• 42914000 - Recycling equipment
• 44613600 - Wheeled containers
• 44613800 - Containers for waste material

Delivery regions

• UK - United Kingdom

Lot value (estimated)

250000000 GBP Including VAT

Sustainability

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Contract start date (estimated)

01 February 2026, 00:00AM

Contract end date (estimated)

31 January 2028, 23:59PM

Extension end date (estimated)

31 January 2030, 23:59PM

Can the contract be extended?

Yes

Description of extensions

The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework).

Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Does the lot include options?

Yes

Description of options

ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Participation

Award criteria

Description

Lot 8 covers the supply of a wide range of kerbside recycling bags.

For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

CPV classifications

• 19640000 - Polythene waste and refuse sacks and bags
• 34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins
• 42914000 - Recycling equipment

Delivery regions

• UK - United Kingdom

Lot value (estimated)

250000000 GBP Including VAT

Sustainability

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Contract start date (estimated)

01 February 2026, 00:00AM

Contract end date (estimated)

31 January 2028, 23:59PM

Extension end date (estimated)

31 January 2030, 23:59PM

Can the contract be extended?

Yes

Description of extensions

The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework).

Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Does the lot include options?

Yes

Description of options

ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Participation

Description

Lot 9 covers the supply of a wide range of compostable liners.

For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

CPV classifications

• 19640000 - Polythene waste and refuse sacks and bags
• 34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins
• 42914000 - Recycling equipment

Delivery regions

• UK

  Award criteria

  Type: price

  Name

  Price

  Weighting: 50

  Weighting type: percentageExact

  Type: quality

  Name

  Non-Price

  Weighting: 50

  Weighting type: percentageExact

  Award criteria

  Type: price

  Name

  Price

  Weighting: 50

  Weighting type: percentageExact

  Type: quality

  Name

  Non-Price

  Weighting: 50

  Weighting type: percentageExact

  - United Kingdom

Lot value (estimated)

250000000 GBP Including VAT

Sustainability

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Contract start date (estimated)

01 February 2026, 00:00AM

Contract end date (estimated)

31 January 2028, 23:59PM

Extension end date (estimated)

31 January 2030, 23:59PM

Can the contract be extended?

Yes

Description of extensions

The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework).

Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Does the lot include options?

Yes

Description of options

ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Participation

Award criteria

Description

Lot 10 covers the supply of a wide range of plastic refuse sacks.

For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

CPV classifications

• 19640000 - Polythene waste and refuse sacks and bags
• 34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins
• 42914000 - Recycling equipment

Delivery regions

• UK - United Kingdom

Lot value (estimated)

250000000 GBP Including VAT

Sustainability

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Contract start date (estimated)

01 February 2026, 00:00AM

Contract end date (estimated)

31 January 2028, 23:59PM

Extension end date (estimated)

31 January 2030, 23:59PM

Can the contract be extended?

Yes

Description of extensions

The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework).

Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Does the lot include options?

Yes

Description of options

ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Participation

Participation

Award criteria

Description

Lot 11 covers the supply of a wide range of compost bins.

For further details, please refer to the tender documents.

CPV classifications

• 34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins
• 39224340 - Bins
• 39234000 - Compost boxes
• 44613600 - Wheeled containers
• 44613800 - Containers for waste material

Delivery regions

• UK - United Kingdom

Lot value (estimated)

250000000 GBP Including VAT

Sustainability

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Contract start date (estimated)

01 February 2026, 00:00AM

Contract end date (estimated)

31 January 2028, 23:59PM

Extension end date (estimated)

31 January 2030, 23:59PM

Can the contract be extended?

Yes

Description of extensions

The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will be completed either in 12-month periods or in full, and is subject to the performance of the framework).

Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.

Does the lot include options?

Yes

Description of options

ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract.

Participation

Award criteria

Tender submission deadline

17 November 2025, 12:00PM

Enquiry deadline

31 October 2025, 17:00PM

Date of award of contract

09 January 2026, 23:59PM

Submission address and any special instructions

Please refer to all instructions captured via https://www.eastmidstenders.org/.

May tenders be submitted electronically?

Yes

Languages that may be used for submission

• English