FOI request (FOIR-514071087)

Recycling of waste paper and cardboard contracts

Requested Tue 09 May 2023
Responded Fri 12 May 2023

I would be most grateful if you would provide me, under the Freedom of Information Act, details in respect to the recycling contract , namely paper and cardboard.

1. What are the contractual performance KPIs for this contract?

2. Suppliers who applied for inclusion on each framework/contract and were successful and not successful at the PQQ and ITT stages.

3. Who is the current supplier?

4. Actual spend on this contract/framework (and any sub lots), from the start of the contract to the current date

5. Are there any processing facilities or MRFs utilised within the contract? If so what the names and addresses?

6. How is your fibre processed (baled or loose)?

7. Where is the end destination of the fibre?

8. What is your current collection method (dual stream, single source, kerbside sort or comingled)?

9. What tonnage per year do you produce by fibre grade?

10. Start date and duration of framework/contract?

11. Could you please provide a copy of the service/product specification given to all bidders for when this contract was last advertised?

12. Is there an extension clause in the framework(s)/contract(s) and, if so, the duration of the extension?

13. Has a decision been made yet on whether the framework(s)/contract(s) are being either extended or renewed?

14. Who is the senior officer (outside of procurement) responsible for this contract?

15. Are there any plans to change the existing service?

Response

Hastings Borough Council does not hold the contract for recycling disposal, this is held with East Sussex County Council. Please visit their website for further information:

https://www.eastsussex.gov.uk