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05 Aug 2026 at 14:04

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by Nuclear Waste Services, situated in Calderbridge, Cumbria, involves awarding a contract titled "Pre-Concept Environmental Safety Case Support". This contract falls within the services category, specifically targeting environmental safety services, and was procured through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract's value is £49,980, with the procurement stage being in the award phase as of 5th August 2026. The work is to be carried out across various locations including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories, with the contract period running from 30th June 2026 to 29th June 2027. Important dates previously included the tender period closing on 5th June 2026 and the award confirmed on 19th June 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental, safety, and nuclear consultancy services, particularly those already participating in framework agreements. While the contract has been awarded to Galson Sciences Limited, large enterprises and SMEs in the consultancy and environmental safety sectors could find similar opportunities viable for growth by positioning themselves competitively for future tenders. This is especially true for those interested in expanding service offerings within the United Kingdom and related territories. The specific focus on safety and nuclear consultancy underscores potential market expansion for businesses equipped with expertise in these areas.

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Notice Title

Pre-Concept Environmental Safety Case Support

Notice Description

The provision of task-based support to help the delivery of the Pre-Concept Environmental Safety Case.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8e293f98-c6a4-4708-b72e-1d3a7eb2bff6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d6ea4a9-a39c-4336-a56e-836870c44a11
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

79417000 - Safety consultancy services

90721000 - Environmental safety services

98113100 - Nuclear safety services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,980 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
5 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2026 - 29 Jun 2027 6-12 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 WASTE SERVICES
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CALDERBRIDGE, CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA20 1DB
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GALSON SCIENCES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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