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NDA/C17430/17 - HIP1 Equipment to make MOX pellets

NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY

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27 Jan 2026 at 12:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, located in Moor Row, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process titled "NDA/C17430/17 - HIP1 Equipment to make MOX pellets," which falls under the category of research and development services and related consultancy services. The procurement was carried out via a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. This process culminated with an award to the National Nuclear Laboratory, with the contract valued at approximately £563,123.58. The award was publicly announced on 27th January 2026, and the contract period is set to run from 19th January to 26th November 2026. The contract is specifically designated for the North West region of the UK.

This contract presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in research and development services, particularly those with expertise in producing MOX pellets and other nuclear-related products. Although this particular procurement was not tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, larger organisations or specialised firms engaged in similar fields can capitalise on such opportunities to expand their operations and secure long-term government projects. Participating in similar tenders could significantly enhance market visibility and facilitate strategic partnerships within the nuclear and scientific research sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NDA/C17430/17 - HIP1 Equipment to make MOX pellets

Notice Description

HIP1 Equipment to make MOX pellets

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b84ed13c-0524-4f86-a5db-078b723f0510
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/519dabce-9f5c-44b9-8e5b-646ab8b7c609
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

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
£560,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£563,123 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
19 Jan 2026 - 26 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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

NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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