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Analysis of Very Low Active and Environmental Samples

SELLAFIELD LTD

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Summary of the contracting process

Sellafield Ltd, based in Warrington, has awarded a contract to Cavendish Nuclear Limited for the "Analysis of Very Low Active and Environmental Samples." This contract, valued at £113.2 million, falls under the industry categories of analysis and laboratory services. The procurement process, conducted through an open procedure above the threshold, has reached the award stage, with the contract being signed on 8th July 2026. The contract is set to run from 31st July 2026 to 30th July 2034, with services being provided across multiple regions including the UK, Europe, and other global locations.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large firms skilled in analytical and laboratory services related to nuclear operations. By participating in such procurements, businesses can gain exposure and experience in high-value contracts within the nuclear sector. Although the suitability conditions exclude SMEs and VCSEs, large-scale businesses, particularly those with capabilities in handling very low active materials and environmental analysis, stand to benefit significantly from engaging in this project.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Analysis of Very Low Active and Environmental Samples

Notice Description

Sellafield Ltd has awarded a Contract to Cavendish Nuclear Limited to undertake Very Low Active (VLA) Analytical services in support of Sellafield site Operations. The service is to consist of sample receipt and transportation, storage, analyses, reporting and waste disposal. The duration of the Contract is for 8 years. The estimated value of the Contract is PS113.2m. The Contract is dated 8th July 2026

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c448287-1b50-44b2-a058-777bea23f79b
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71620000 - Analysis services

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£113,200,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£113,200,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jul 2026 - 30 Jul 2034 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SELLAFIELD LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA3 6GR
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD61 Warrington
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Birchwood
Westminster Constituency
Warrington North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAVENDISH NUCLEAR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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