GK26-11 - In-active Drying Trials of AGR Slotted Cans (Investigating Impact of Caustic Dosing and Carbon Deposits)

NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY

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05 Aug 2026 at 08:54

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "GK26-11 - In-active Drying Trials of AGR Slotted Cans (Investigating Impact of Caustic Dosing and Carbon Deposits)" was conducted by the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority. It falls under the 'Research and development services and related consultancy services' category, with a CPV code of 73000000. This contract is located in the North West of the United Kingdom with a postal code of CA24 3HU. The procurement was carried out through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender reached the Award stage as of 5th August 2026, with the contract awarded to AMENTUM CLEAN ENERGY LIMITED, starting on 27th July 2026 and ending on 31st January 2028. The value of the awarded contract is £360,186.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in research and development within the nuclear sector. Firms experienced in conducting specialised trials and consultancy services aligned with nuclear decommissioning processes would find this contract particularly beneficial. Although suitability criteria mentioned no preference for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), seasoned companies with competence in such technical scopes are well-suited to compete. The project fosters future business growth by enabling engagement with the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, a significant entity within the field, potentially leading to further opportunities in this domain.

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Notice Title

GK26-11 - In-active Drying Trials of AGR Slotted Cans (Investigating Impact of Caustic Dosing and Carbon Deposits)

Notice Description

GK26-11 - In-active Drying Trials of AGR Slotted Cans (Investigating Impact of Caustic Dosing and Carbon Deposits) - Call off from Spent Fuel and Nuclear Materials - NDA Research Portfolio framework

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8f91304b-cef3-4794-b714-e7512eafbe9c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d95fc355-25b9-4e65-99bb-6d6a7fbf748b
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£360,186 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Jul 2026 - 31 Jan 2028 1-2 years
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 DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MOOR ROW
Postcode
CA24 3HU
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
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Egremont North and St Bees
Westminster Constituency
Whitehaven and Workington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AMENTUM CLEAN ENERGY

Further Information

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