BIFFA MUNICIPAL LIMITED
Company Information
- Company Number
- 04321212
- Registered Address
- Coronation Road, Cressex, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, England, HP12 3TZ
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- Coming Soon
- Turnover
- Coming Soon
- EBITDA
- Coming Soon
Additional Details
- Company Type
- Private limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 12 November 2001
- Nature of Business
- 38110 - Collection of non-hazardous waste
- Industries
- Coming Soon
- Region
- South East
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Company Review
Trend Analysis
BIFFA MUNICIPAL LIMITED exhibits a consistent payment trend averaging 39 days, indicating a pattern slightly beyond standard 30-day terms. The majority of payments (50%) fall within the 31-60 day window, establishing this as their most frequent settlement period. Only 32% of invoices are settled within 30 days, suggesting suppliers should not anticipate rapid payment as the norm.
Volatility Analysis
While a significant portion (50%) of payments are reliably made within 31-60 days, the 18% falling over 60 days introduces a moderate level of unpredictability for a subset of invoices. However, the low 4% late payment rate suggests strong adherence to formal payment obligations, minimizing extreme delays. Overall, suppliers can expect a predictable extended payment cycle, but should account for occasional longer waits on some transactions.
Summary Analysis
Suppliers should evaluate BIFFA MUNICIPAL LIMITED as a partner with generally reliable, yet extended, payment cycles. Key decision factors include the ability to manage cash flow given an average 39-day payment time and a predominant 31-60 day settlement. To mitigate risk, suppliers should factor these extended cycles into their financial planning and potentially adjust payment terms or pricing accordingly.
Performance Reports History
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 2025 | 03 Nov 2025 | 39 | 32% | 50% | 18% | 4% |
| 01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 | 30 Apr 2025 | 42 | 32% | 48% | 20% | 8% |
| 01 Apr 2024 - 30 Sept 2024 | 21 Oct 2024 | 42 | 30% | 49% | 21% | 10% |
| 01 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 | 30 Apr 2024 | 41 | 34% | 45% | 21% | 11% |
| 01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 2023 | 31 Oct 2023 | 41 | 31% | 45% | 24% | 13% |
| 01 Oct 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 | 02 May 2023 | 40 | 33% | 44% | 23% | 16% |
| 01 Apr 2022 - 30 Sept 2022 | 31 Oct 2022 | 41 | 32% | 46% | 22% | 14% |
| 01 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 | 22 Apr 2022 | 39 | 37% | 45% | 18% | 13% |
| 01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sept 2021 | 22 Oct 2021 | 38 | 38% | 44% | 18% | 14% |
| 01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 | 29 Apr 2021 | 43 | 29% | 45% | 26% | 28% |
| 01 Apr 2020 - 30 Sept 2020 | 30 Oct 2020 | 47 | 23% | 47% | 30% | 32% |
| 01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 2019 | 22 Oct 2019 | 27 | 74% | 18% | 8% | 23% |
| 01 Oct 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 | 10 May 2019 | 36 | 62% | 26% | 12% | 37% |
| 30 Mar 2018 - 30 Sept 2018 | 30 Oct 2018 | 32 | 71% | 24% | 5% | 28% |
Payment Time Trends
Payment Distribution Trends
Invoice Payment Practices
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Payment Terms
Standard payment terms
Our business standard payment terms are between 30 and 60 days. All vendors are paid on a bi- weekly payment run, apart for Major Reciprocal suppliers where payment terms are aligned and payments are made at the end of the calendar month. Invoice payment cycles are weekly on Wednesday and Friday and include cleared and posted invoices up to the invoice due date. This ensures our Suppliers receive payments on time aligned with their commerical terms. Our payment cycles were updated in Janauary 2025, this coincided with implementation of a new Finance and P2P system . This change is applicable to all existing and new suppliers alike. Other standard contract terms include that suppliers of goods and services must comply with Biffa internal procure to pay policies, all relevant legislation and international standards in relation to: trading policy, child and forced labour, health and safety of workers, non-discrimination, employment law, human rights and bribery and corruption. In particular, suppliers must be able to demonstrate compliance with both the letter and spirit of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. Biffa Group Ltd reserves the right to discontinue business with suppliers who do not comply with our requirements in this area. Any change in terms such as this are communicated to suppliers both by hard copy and email to the nominated supplier contact. Prior consultation was not appropriate in this case as the change was a regulatory requirement.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No information available
Any other information about payment terms
No additional information
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
75
Dispute Resolution Process
Our dispute resolution process has been consistent for a number of years. Suppliers will contact Accounts Payable and the originator of the order in the first instance to highlight any issues. If the delay is related to a problem in the normal approval process then this will be managed and resolved by the Accounts Payable department. If the issues are related to payment terms or credit account limits then this is escalated to and managed by the appropriate Group Procurement Category Manager who will discuss the matter directly with the supplier and agree a mutually acceptable solution to the problem. Solutions may include extending our credit line, reducing payment terms or increasing order frequency. Issues are resolved promptly.
Other Payment Information
Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?
For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.
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Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?
This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.
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Does this business offer supply chain finance?
This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.
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Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
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During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
No information available
Company Summary
BIFFA MUNICIPAL LIMITED is an active Private limited Company, with its name indicating a specialisation in services for municipalities and local government
This structure allows it to provide dedicated services within the public sector domain
The company was incorporated on 12 November 2001 and operates under company number 04321212
Its registered office is located at Coronation Road, Cressex, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, England, HP12 3TZ, placing its operational base within the South East region
Companies operating under a 'municipal' designation typically specialise in providing comprehensive waste management, recycling, and environmental services to local authorities across the UK
These services often include household waste collection, commercial waste services for public sector clients, street cleansing, and the operation of recycling facilities
