Cory has proved its capability and flexibility through the tendering process
Cllr Carl Francis-Pester, North Somerset council
The deal with the London-based firm complements the council's £85 million for waste and recycling collections with services firm May Gurney (see letsrecycle.com story).
The seven-year contract, which has an option to be extended by a further seven, will see Cory manage the management of North Somerset's waste transfer station, treat green and food waste and dispose of residual waste from March 1, 2010.
Management of North Somerset's waste transfer was subject to harsh criticism from the Audit Commission in November last year, after a report found the council had possibly paid for trade waste to be disposed of when the Weston-super-Mare site was operated by waste firm Biffa between 2002/2003 and 2003/2004 (see letsrecycle.com story).
Steve Rogers, senior development manager at Cory, said: “We have been able to provide North Somerset with a solution that works across its waste activities. This contract reinforces Cory's reputation as 'the waste partner of choice' when it comes to both treatment and disposal.”
The contract strengthens Cory's profile in the South West by adding to existing operations in Gloucester and the West of England. Cory also works with Dorset-based New Earth Solutions to treat food waste from Somerset.
Councillor Carl Francis-Pester, executive member with responsibility for environmental issues at North Somerset council, said: “'Cory has proved its capability and flexibility through the tendering process and we're looking forward to developing our partnership going forward.
“The contract provides the council with a great opportunity to reduce the amount of biodegradable waste going to landfill, increase recycling rates and provide value for money.”
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