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DNWP0010.170/LOT 2/Engineering Support 25/26

CA20 1PG

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14 Jan 2026 at 13:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process was initiated by CA20 1PG, focusing on engineering support services under the title "DNWP0010.170/LOT 2/Engineering Support 25/26". It falls within the industry category of decommissioning services, with additional relevance to construction project management and mechanical and electrical engineering services. The work is to be carried out primarily in the North West region of the United Kingdom, specifically at the postal code CA20 1PG. The procurement process has progressed to the award stage, with a contract period from 23rd December 2025 to 26th September 2026. This contract, valued at £4,226,262.37, was awarded to The Decommissioning Alliance II through a selective process utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, signalling a completed procurement stage.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses providing engineering and decommissioning services, particularly those equipped to handle complex mechanical and electrical engineering tasks within nuclear facilities. Companies with the capability to offer specialised engineering support, such as plant support, reliability engineering, and proactive maintenance, would find this contract well-suited to their expertise. Although not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, larger specialised firms with the necessary technical experience and resources in decommissioning and constructing project management services have the potential for business growth by engaging in this substantial project with a guaranteed work period and substantial financial allocation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DNWP0010.170/LOT 2/Engineering Support 25/26

Notice Description

These works are a continuation of the works previously carried out during 2024/25 under Task Order 170.1 on the DDP Framework. The engineering scope of work applies to FGMSP and PFSP, based on a 70% FGMSP: 30% PFSP split. The scope of works will be to have full time employment for the engineers and engineering support team to offer mechanical/electrical/admin support and front-line engineering within the Legacy Ponds Plant Maintenance teams. Ensuring the facilities', equipment and areas are safe, functional and meet operations requirements. The scope will comprise the following: * Plant Support Engineers, Reliability Support Engineers, Mech Support Engineers, Reliability Admin Support, Portal updates/maintenance and red box building totalling 10.25 FTE * Electrical Engineer LTI The Contractor will support/deliver the following: * Engineering portal updates to ensure its kept up to date with the current plant status including the breakdown portal and single point vulnerabilities. * Development of Red Box and Red Files, building for critical spares, allowing the component to be readily available at the plant face. Ensuring the documentation and information is up to date, correct and signed off. * Frontline engineering services and integration into the Engineering Cells within Legacy Ponds. * Resolve major breakdowns and nuclear safety events within the Legacy Ponds efficiently and safely, ensuring down-time is minimised. * Source and specify spares in a timely manner to minimise downtime. This reduces costs and loss logging, updating obsolete items as required. * Proactively identify plant problems and co-ordinate appropriate corrective maintenance actions. * Support maintenance outages, ensuring they are delivered on time. * Review maintenance schedules and instructions so the maintenance activities can be carried out correctly. * Prepare, deliver and manage Plant Modification Proposals (PMPs), following the recognised formal process. * Offer SME advice and support across Legacy Ponds. * Deliver familiarization to craft on mechanical/electrical items to ensure the correct installation. * Work with PFDO to develop bespoke solutions to major breakdowns and plant improvements. * Monitor and evaluate plant performance, e.g. through observation, review of work logs, trending, histories and regular walk downs to maintain awareness of current condition, performance, and environmental impacts. * Develop tooling and equipment to aid the operators and maintenance personnel in carrying out tasks. * Work with the reliability engineers to identify issues with systems and components, engaging with specialists and manufacturers to initiate appropriate corrective actions to achieve short- and long-term resolution.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-31270c34-0e7d-49de-bac3-3936169711d9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27d9b4ee-11e1-4de1-b25c-64429df636d4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

71541000 - Construction project management services

98391000 - Decommissioning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,226,262 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,226,262 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
23 Dec 2025 - 26 Sep 2026 6-12 months
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
CA20 1PG
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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Birchwood
Westminster Constituency
Warrington North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE DECOMMISSIONING ALLIANCE II

Further Information

Notice Documents

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