Cannabis biodigester
The Police and Crime Commissioner for NottinghamshireEstimated Value
Up to £46,600
Deadline
2 April 2026
Published
13 May 2026
Type
Not specified
Overview
Nottinghamshire Police ("the contracting authority") wishes to procure a cannabis biodigester that renders seized cannabis plant material non-recoverable, converting it to grey water for lawful discharge under UK based environmental legislation. The machine must be able to digest "fresh" plants as well as dried leaves with "gummy" edible cannabis products optional but preferred if possible.
The machine must be able to handle ~20 tonnes per year. Suppliers must also note if fresh cannabis plants must be shredded or could be to improve machine efficiency.
The unit will be installed at a secure police site and operated by trained police staff under chain-of-custody controls - it must therefore on machine show volumes digested with tamper proof logs preferred but optional. Odour control: sealed drum/process with no persistent odour in normal operation.
Eligibility & compliance
Suppliers must size the unit to meet or exceed this throughput.
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Award Details
Power Knot (UK) Ltd
£46,600
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The Police and Crime Commissioner for NottinghamshireKey Dates
Published
13 May 2026
Submission deadline
2 April 2026
Notice type
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