Provision of research into organics treatment capacity in Scotland Reference
The contract covers research into the effect of proposed changes to household food waste collections under Scotland’s draft statutory Code of Practice for household recycling on the country’s organics treatment capacity and infrastructure. The buyer is Zero Waste Scotland Ltd, a public-interest organisation operating in the waste prevention, resource efficiency and circular economy sector. The supplier is expected to assess infrastructure requirements and impacts, identify opportunities to increase circularity in Scotland’s food economy, and examine the wider benefits of those opportunities. The estimated contract value is £90,000, although the available information does not state the contract duration or delivery timeframe. Services will be delivered across the UK, with the substantive research focused on organics treatment infrastructure and food economy opportunities in Scotland. The key qualification requirement is not specified in the available tender details; the stated procurement classification is research services under CPV code 73210000.
Buyer: Zero Waste Scotland Ltd. Source: Public Contracts Scotland. Updated 9 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £90k
- Bids close: 16 Nov 2026
- Location: Scotland
- Procedure: Open procedure
- Category: Research consultancy services (73210000)
From the official notice
Zero Waste Scotland invites you to tender for the provision of services to assess the impact of the changes proposed to food waste collections through the draft statutory Code of Practice for household recycling in Scotland on organics treatment infrastructure in Scotland and consider opportunities for, and wider benefits of, creating further circularity in Scotland’s food economy.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 16 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £90k.
Who can apply?
Any supplier that meets the buyer's requirements can apply. Check the official notice for conditions.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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