Planning

HALEU Deconversion - Supplier Engagement Day

NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED

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Planning

03 Feb 2025 at 14:23

Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

03 Feb 2025 at 14:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Nuclear Laboratory Ltd (UKNNL) invites prospective suppliers to a Supplier Engagement Day focused on the HALEU (High Assay Low Enriched Uranium) Deconversion Fuels programme. This event, taking place on 6th March 2025 at the Tickled Trout Hotel in Preston (postal code PR5 0UJ), is part of the planning stage of the procurement process. The engagement aims to inform the supply chain of the technical and capability requirements necessary to ensure a domestic supply of HALEU fuel. Key dates to note include the event itself on 6th March and the engagement end date on the same day at 23:59 GMT. The industry category is classified under "Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy" (CPV code 09300000).

This tender, initiated through a market engagement notice by the UKNNL, presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in mechanical, process, and electrical consultancy design, system control and integration, and various engineering and technical services. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate, offering a chance to contribute to the nuclear fuel market development. Companies specialising in advanced engineering, manufacturing, and nuclear technologies would be well-suited to compete. The limited attendance of 50 suppliers, with two representatives from each company, ensures an intimate and focused discussion environment, enhancing the opportunities for networking and collaboration with UKNNL.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HALEU Deconversion - Supplier Engagement Day

Notice Description

United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory are hosting a supplier engagement day to advertise upcoming procurement opportunities relating to the HALEU (High Assay Low Enriched Uranium) Deconversion Fuels programme. The event will take place on 6th March 2025 at the Tickled Trout Hotel in Preston. The event will focus on providing the supply chain with an understanding on HALEU fuel technology and capability requirements needed to ensure the UK has a domestic supply of enriched HALEU fuel for the next generation of nuclear reactors. UKNNL are tasked with designing, building, and delivering an operable pilot scale demonstration rig that will assist the commercial nuclear fuels market in developing HALEU fuel on a commercial scale. For UKNNL to achieve this deliverable we are seeking the assistance of the UK supply chain to provide through a tendering process the following services & system technologies. Mechanical, Process and Electrical consultancy design, System control and integration, Rotary kiln, Chemical & gas Off gas scrubber abatement systems, lifting and handling equipment, weighing systems, trace heated pipe systems & control, high temperature reaction vessels, high temperature steam generator, Uranium Hexafluoride feed system, Welding & Fabrication, Mechanical and Electrical assembly. Please note places are limited to 50 suppliers with 2 representatives from each respective company. If you are interested in attending the event please register your interest and secure your place. Please visit the ticketing website to register your place and where you will also find more information about the event. Event Timings: Please arrive from 9.30am onwards for a 10am start. There will be food and drinks on arrival. 10am -10.45am there will be introductions and presentation from UKNNL. 10.45am onwards, open room where you will have the opportunity to speak to UKNNL staff. Lunch will be provided at 12.30pm.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6c5c34ac-928c-4dfc-9cd7-54414f9c2768
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4210758-9038-4146-8b74-b279fe728ad2
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

CPV Codes

09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Mar 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
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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