Bids to operate an island-wide recycling collection are being sought by the Government.

Potential providers have a month long window from yesterday to submit non-binding quotes.

A Government notice states: “The Ministry of Public Works is seeking a service provider for the provision of island-wide recycling collection services, including blue bag collection, for households, rest homes, all private and public schools, Government workplaces, public docks, public parks and approximately 80 dual purpose bus stop bins, and Government-operated facilities outside the Corporation of Hamilton.”

There will be a pre-bid site meeting at the material recovery facility on July 19 for those interested.

The notice adds: “The purpose of the meeting will be to visually review the site conditions, clarify issues and to answer questions on any matter that may be raised.”

The Government aims to have an agreement in place by September 1. Late applications will not be accepted.