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External Technical Advisory Support for Existing Nuclear Projects

DESNZ

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09 Jun 2025 at 15:46

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, conducted by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), is titled "External Technical Advisory Support for Existing Nuclear Projects." This procurement focuses on technical support services, particularly for the long-term operation of Sizewell B. The contract, awarded to Ove Arup & Partners Limited, has a maximum value of £1,000,000 and is initially set to run from 3rd June 2025 to 2nd June 2026, with possibilities for two additional six-month extensions. It was executed using a selective procurement method via a mini-competition under the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Framework Management Consultancy 3 RM6187 Lot 8. The procurement, classified under the CPV code 71356300, addresses locations including the United Kingdom and globally, and is in the award stage, having been completed on 9th June 2025.

The tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in technical consultancy, making it particularly appealing to firms that offer expert advisory services in nuclear project management. With a significant contract value and the potential for extensions, this procurement is especially suitable for large enterprises but also invites participation from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies capable of delivering high-quality technical support for complex projects will find this an advantageous opportunity to expand their portfolio within the prominent energy sector.

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Notice Title

External Technical Advisory Support for Existing Nuclear Projects

Notice Description

This contract is awarded for technical services for DESNZ in relation to the long-term operation of Sizewell B. This includes providing advice on project delivery and undertaking due diligence on key information. The value and timeline for this contract is exclusive of two optional 6 month extensions with maximum contract value of 1,000,000. The initial term shall run to 02/06/2026. This opportunity was procured via a mini-competition from CCS Framework Management Consultancy 3 RM6187 Lot 8 under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b0a2d34b-dffa-4122-86dd-a18c03e6f2d5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbe188b6-6a5b-4b83-b3f2-18dad65d59c0
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71356300 - Technical support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
2 Jun 2025 - 2 Jun 2026 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
DESNZ
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AW
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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