Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13be7-056a-7304-aebb-2fbb25f51d3d/communal-recycling-innovation-challenge-2026 pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Communal Recycling Innovation Challenge 2026 [West London Waste Authority](https://tendernation.io/buyers/west-london-waste-authority) Estimated value Not stated Published 11 Aug 2026 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Below-threshold contract Buyers cannot shortlist bidders on suitability before tenders are in, so everyone gets to submit a bid (except some larger works contracts). [Procurement Act 2023, section 85](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/section/85) - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender West London Waste Authority is seeking interested suppliers for early market engagement for Communal Recycling Innovation. ### Communal Recycling Innovation Challenge 2026 Can your organisation help transform recycling in communal housing? West London Waste Authority (WLWA), working in partnership with its six constituent boroughs (Brent, Harrow, Hillingdon, Hounslow, Ealing and Richmond), is seeking innovative solutions to improve the capture and segregation of recycling and food waste in communal properties. Recycling performance in communal properties consistently lags behind kerbside collections. Improving participation, reducing contamination and increasing food waste capture remains one of the sector's greatest challenges. We recognise that there is no single solution to this challenge. We are therefore inviting organisations from across the public and private sectors to bring forward fresh innovative ideas that could make a measurable difference. We welcome proposals from organisations including: - Waste and recycling companies - Technology and AI providers - Behavioural science and communications specialists - Housing and property technology providers - Universities and research organisations - Start-ups, SMEs and social enterprises ### The Challenge We are looking for innovative solutions that can help deliver one or more of the following outcomes: - Increase recycling capture from communal properties - Increase food waste participation - Reduce contamination of recycling - Improve resident engagement and behaviour change - Generate better operational insight through data and technology - Deliver scalable, cost-effective solutions that could be replicated across London and beyond. Solutions may involve technology, infrastructure, resident engagement, digital platforms, operational improvements, behavioural interventions or other innovative approaches. This initiative will be delivered in two stages. Stage 1 - Expression of Interest - closing date 22/09/26 Organisations are invited to submit a short overview of their proposed solution, including: - The challenge being addressed - A summary of the proposed innovation - Evidence of effectiveness (where available) - The potential benefits and scalability of the solution Stage 2 - Shortlisting and Innovation Pitch - Estimated 20/10/26 Shortlisted organisations will receive a detailed briefing pack, including background information, supporting evidence and project requirements. They will then be invited to submit a more detailed proposal and present their solution to a Communal Recycling Innovation Evaluation panel. This collaborative process is intended to identify the most promising ideas for potential pilot projects and future implementation across West London. Interested? Help us solve one of the UK's biggest recycling challenges If your organisation has an innovative solution that could improve recycling performance in communal housing, we would like to hear from you. For informal discussions please contact: Alistair Green - Head of Municipal Waste Development: Read full description ## CPV classification IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support Refuse recycling services Environmental services Other community, social and personal services Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-06e0ca-2026-08-11T09:11:58+01:00 [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-06e0ca-2026-08-11T09:11:58+01:00) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. 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