Future contractor for household waste recycling in North Northants confirmed

31 March 2025

Biffa Waste Services and HW Martin Waste Ltd have been confirmed as the contractors for recycling services across North Northants, following a procurement process by North Northamptonshire Council.

Since April 2024, the Waste service has been undertaking a procurement process for the new residual waste treatment and disposal contract and the operation and management of Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs).

The current arrangements had been inherited from the previous county council and are due to end on 31 March 2025.

The council currently runs four HWRCs: Corby, Kettering, Rushden and Wellingborough and from the start of April they will be operated and managed by HW Martin Waste Ltd on behalf of the council.

Also, from the start of April, Biffa Waste Services will be contracted for the provision of residual (non-recyclable) waste treatment and disposal.

This has been a long, thorough process, and the new contracts will launch on 1 April 2025, taking over from legacy countywide contracts that had been in place.

We’ll now be working with both contractors to look at these vital services, how they are being delivered and can be improved to further benefit residents.George Candler, North Northamptonshire Council’s Executive Director of Place and Economy

We are delighted to have been awarded the new Residual Waste Treatment and Disposal Contract by North Northamptonshire Council and are now focussed on ensuring a safe and seamless transition of the service. We look forward to working in partnership with the Council to minimise the environmental impact of residual waste and support the local community.Mike Thair, Director of Business Development & Treatment at Biffa

We’re delighted to have been awarded this contract. This opportunity reflects the trust our clients place in us and underscores our commitment to delivering high-quality Household Waste Recycling Centre services for North Northamptonshire residents.Adam Smith, Director from HW Martin Waste Ltd

The council went through a full and thorough process to ensure that the service procured met the needs of the council, whilst providing value for money and allow for a consistent service across North Northants.

It also allows for flexibility for future improvements and adaptions as the council moves forward.

More information about waste services in North Northamptonshire is available on the council website.