Planning

Manipulator refurbishment for area 200 & 300, WEP

SELLAFIELD

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Planning

22 Mar 2022 at 07:21

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sellafield organisation is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the refurbishment of two manipulator arms located at their site in Seascale, England. The title of the project is "Manipulator refurbishment for area 200 & 300, WEP," and it falls under the industry category of mechanical handling equipment. A key milestone to note is the engagement end date, which is set for 17 June 2022, providing an opportunity for suppliers to prepare for submission of their tenders in the upcoming procurement phase. The project aims to extend the operational capabilities of the manipulators for future missions anticipated to last until approximately 2045.

This tender presents a noteworthy opportunity for businesses that specialise in mechanical handling and robotic systems, particularly those with experience in operational nuclear licensed environments. Companies able to demonstrate their capabilities in designing, installing, and certifying manipulator systems, as well as those with security-cleared personnel, will find themselves well-positioned to compete for this contract. Such businesses can potentially contribute to the refurbishment efforts, ensuring compatibility with existing equipment while also positioning themselves within a long-term operational framework at Sellafield.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Manipulator refurbishment for area 200 & 300, WEP

Notice Description

Notice of forthcoming procurement to refurbish two Manipulator arms currently in operation on Sellafield sites. The following details outline how Sellafield intend for the work to be done, subject to potential minor amendments within the final published tender The aim of the Manipulator refurbishment project is to refurbish 2 off Manipulators currently in operation within WEP. Supply Chain partners are sought that possess or can evidence progression towards: - * Demonstrable experience of delivering work on operational nuclear licensed sites (not new build only scenarios). * Demonstrable experience of designing and installing manipulator / robotic systems (Mech & CE&I). * Demonstrable experience of certifying and applying UKCA / CE marking of systems. * Provision of security cleared personnel and adequate resources and knowledge of progressing personnel through UK Vetting procedures. Additional information: Notice of forthcoming procurement to refurbish two Manipulator arms currently in operation on Sellafield sites. The following details outline how Sellafield intend for the work to be done, subject to potential minor amendments within the final published tender The Manipulators are to be refurbished such that they can support current operational demands and future proof for a potential extended operation of 25 years. The aim of the Manipulator refurbishment project is to refurbish 2 off Manipulators currently in operation within WEP. Current operations within WEP are being extended to circa 2045 and the 2 off Manipulators are to be refurbished such that they can support future missions planned across the plant. The scope of the refurbishments covers the 2 off Manipulators (including the connections to the ETOC Crane), masts and associated cabling, the crane down-shop junction box (manipulator interface only), control desks, Manipulator's control panels, and opportunities to interface with equipment such as size reduction tooling, in cell equipment, and camera equipment. All items outside of this scope of work are considered fit for purpose, with no maintenance required. All equipment installed as part of this refurbishment must be compatible with current WEP manipulators systems and tooling and be warranted for in cell operations. Supply Chain partners are sought that possess or can evidence progression towards: - * Demonstrable experience of delivering work on operational nuclear licensed sites (not new build only scenarios). * Demonstrable experience of designing and installing manipulator / robotic systems (Mech & CE&I). * Demonstrable experience of certifying and applying UKCA / CE marking of systems. * Provision of security cleared personnel and adequate resources and knowledge of progressing personnel through UK Vetting procedures.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f69c70e-85b1-43ce-9b00-e1b0b3e70710
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42418500 - Mechanical handling equipment

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
17 Jun 2022Expired
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
SELLAFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SEASCALE
Postcode
CA20 1PG
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Gosforth
Westminster Constituency
Whitehaven and Workington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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