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Framework Agreement for the Provision of Lifting Services

NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED (DOUNREAY)

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19 May 2025 at 08:44

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (Dounreay), pertains to a framework agreement for the provision of lifting services, crucial for decommissioning activities at the Dounreay Site in Scotland, United Kingdom. This contract, classified under "Other services" with a CPV code of 98390000, followed an open procurement procedure above threshold. The tender process concluded on 31st January 2025, and the contract was awarded on 14th May 2025, subsequently commencing on 15th May 2025 with a two-year duration ending on 14th May 2027. The award, valued at £850,000, was completed, reflecting a well-defined procurement strategy that aligns with industry standards for such technical services.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses with expertise in specialised lifting services, particularly those capable of operating within the nuclear decommissioning sector. While the awarded supplier, Hugh Simpson (Contractors) Ltd., indicates a competitive environment for SMEs, the sector's niche nature suggests potential for other specialised contractors to establish or expand their market presence. Businesses with the technical capability to provide support in complex and hazardous environments, particularly those familiar with the regulatory aspects and safety protocols associated with nuclear facilities, would find this type of contract advantageous for diversifying and leveraging their service offerings.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Lifting Services

Notice Description

A Framework Agreement has been awarded by Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (Dounreay) as a result of a Open Procedure, for the provision of lifting services that are required to support decommissioning activities on the Dounreay Site.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9a485328-60cc-4a34-9308-0468362a0f38
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39e99971-fd7e-41b9-93a4-2ff4930364cc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98390000 - Other services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£850,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£850,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
14 May 2025 - 14 May 2027 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 RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED (DOUNREAY)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
THURSO
Postcode
KW14 7TZ
Post Town
Kirkwall
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Thurso and Northwest Caithness
Westminster Constituency
Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HUGH SIMPSON (CONTRACTORS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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