Comingled Recyclables Processing

### ♻️ Tender Overview: Comingled Recyclables Processing **Ballina Shire Council** is inviting qualified service providers to submit quotations for the processing of commingled recyclable materials. This opportunity focuses on materials generated specifically from domestic and commercial self-haul activities at the **Ballina Resource Recovery Centre**. #### 📋 Scope of Work - **Duration:** 5-year contract with 2 x 1-year extension options. - **Volume:** Approximately 200 tonnes per annum. - **Requirements:** Successful bidders must operate a licensed **Material Recovery Facility (MRF)**. - **Logistics:** Council intends to transport materials in 30m³ hook lift bins where cost-effective; otherwise, third-party logistics (60m³ hook lift or 100m³ walking floor) will be utilized. #### 🔑 Key Qualifications Interested parties must demonstrate: - Current **Environment Protection Licence (EPL)** issued by the NSW EPA. - Proven experience in similar waste processing services. - Robust WHS, Environmental, and Quality Management Systems. - Comprehensive insurance coverage (Public Liability, Workers Compensation, and Fleet). - Understanding of local conditions and potential social impacts on the local economy. #### 📍 Location & Context The project is based in the Ballina Shire, New South Wales. Note that this tender is strictly for self-haul materials; kerbside collection is managed under a separate contract. **Keywords:** Waste Management, Recycling, Material Recovery Facility, MRF, Ballina Shire Council, NSW Waste Disposal, Commingled Recyclables, Environmental Compliance.