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Gamma Calibration Facility Upgrade - Gantry Crane and Electric Hoist

NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED (DOUNREAY)

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28 Feb 2025 at 09:38

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (Dounreay) pertains to the "Gamma Calibration Facility Upgrade - Gantry Crane and Electric Hoist" within the industry category of cranes and lifting equipment. The award stage of this process was completed, with a contract value of £49,702. The project location is in Thurso, Scotland, with delivery to the postal code KW14 7TZ. The procurement method employed was a competitive quotation (below threshold), and the tender period ended on 7th February 2025. Key dates include the start and end dates of the contract period, from 19th February 2025 to 30th April 2025.

Businesses in the field of lifting equipment manufacturing and installation, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), could find significant opportunities in tenders like this. The awarded contract for the upgrade of the Gamma Calibration Facility involved the installation of a gantry crane and electric hoist, suitable for companies capable of providing parts and installation services for lifting and handling equipment. Given the competitive quotation method and the focus on SMEs, businesses that can offer specialised lifting solutions efficiently and cost-effectively would be well-suited to compete in such procurement processes. Additionally, those with experience in delivering projects within the stipulated timeframes and adhering to industry standards would likely have a competitive edge.

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Notice Title

Gamma Calibration Facility Upgrade - Gantry Crane and Electric Hoist

Notice Description

A direct award contract has been awarded by NRS Dounreay for the Gamma Calibration Facility Upgrade - Gantry Crane and Electric Hoist.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4544ec76-f25a-4a2b-b76e-0147b985c737
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23773cb6-070a-4648-b1c1-4d964ef5ac0e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

42414000 - Cranes, mobile lifting frames and works trucks fitted with a crane

42419000 - Parts of lifting and handling equipment

51511100 - Installation services of lifting equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,702 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,702 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
19 Feb 2025 - 30 Apr 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED (DOUNREAY)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
THURSO
Postcode
KW14 7TZ
Post Town
Kirkwall
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Thurso and Northwest Caithness
Westminster Constituency
Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RED ROOSTER LIFTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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