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VLLW Hazardous 2025 - 2027

NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES

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05 Feb 2025 at 15:59

Summary of the contracting process

Nuclear Waste Services has concluded the procurement process for the contract titled "VLLW Hazardous 2025 - 2027", focused on the treatment and disposal of Very Low Level Waste (VLLW). The contract, falling under the industry category of "Radioactive-, toxic-, medical- and hazardous waste services" (CPV code 90520000), involves handling up to 1900 tonnes of hazardous waste from Sellafield Ltd. The procurement was carried out using a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded on 1st January 2025 and will be active from 1st January 2025 to 31st March 2027. The contract is notably extensive, covering the United Kingdom along with international locations such as the Channel Islands, British Oversea Territories, Europe, and beyond.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating in the hazardous waste management sector, particularly those with experience in handling radioactive and toxic materials. It is especially suited for established companies that can meet the high compliance and safety standards necessary for such sensitive work, as the suitability criteria indicate that it is not open to SMEs or VCSEs. The awarded contractor, Augean South Limited, exemplifies the calibre of business equipped to undertake such tasks. Businesses looking to grow in this industry can benefit from understanding the competitive standards and procurement practices employed in this tender.

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Notice Title

VLLW Hazardous 2025 - 2027

Notice Description

This is a direct award under the previously competed Framework Agreement for the disposal of Very Low Level Waste. This package of work is for the treatment and disposal of up to 1900 tonnes of hazardous waste from Sellafield Ltd.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a07065db-2daf-48bb-8ce4-00e7dbfba7a5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48f036ce-bfcb-4c37-8969-967e5eae3e4a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90520000 - Radioactive-, toxic-, medical- and hazardous waste services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,802,059 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 2-3 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 WASTE SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CALDERBRIDGE
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

AUGEAN SOUTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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