Tender

Internal inspection of long and narrow pipework

NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED

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21 Jan 2025 at 09:03

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Summary of the contracting process

Sellafield Ltd is seeking technology solutions for the internal visual inspection of long, narrow, convoluted pipework within their facilities. This procurement process, facilitated by the National Nuclear Laboratory Limited, falls under the 'Research and experimental development services' industry category. The procurement method is a Game Changers Competition. The tender process began on 21st January 2025, with applications closing on 28th February 2025. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the safety and integrity of infrastructure at the Sellafield site, particularly addressing the challenges posed by inspecting narrow pipes of up to 60 meters in length with multiple bends and corrosion debris.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity for companies specialising in advanced inspection technologies, particularly those capable of navigating complex pipe networks. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. Successful applicants could leverage this project to gain a foothold in the lucrative nuclear decommissioning sector, with the potential for further engagements across the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority estate. Interested parties should submit their applications through the Game Changers website by the 28th February deadline.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Internal inspection of long and narrow pipework

Notice Description

This notice is to inform the supply chain that Sellafield Ltd is seeking a technology capable of conducting internal visual inspection of long, narrow, convoluted pipework. Routine visual inspection of existing assets across the Sellafield site is important to understand their condition, identify any defects, and manage risk of failure. One example of such pipework is an overflow drain line that services the Sellafield Sealines, which must be inspected every 2 years. Internal inspection of this narrow (20mm internal diameter) pipework has proven particularly challenging to date, due to multiple bends, corrosion debris, lack of lighting, and the length of pipe (up to 60m). A solution that can be inspect narrow convoluted pipework and provide reliable, high-quality images, would be of high interest to Sellafield Ltd and the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) estate more widely. We would encourage any organisation which has the capability, knowledge and experience in pipework inspection technology to respond to this notice and visit the Game Changers website for further information on this Game Changers challenge. How to apply? Interested technology providers should complete and submit a Game Changers application via the Game Changers website. The challenge is open to any organisation who feel they can meet the technical requirements. The closing date for applications will be 28th February 2025. https://www.gamechangers.technology/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4698706d-7ff9-4852-8935-7eef3277c82f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b6f6e2e-42b9-44f5-a6f4-faefb4827719
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Gamechangers Competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Apr 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RISLEY
Postcode
WA3 6AE
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

Further Information

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