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eDAR00102 - CARMA2 Development Work

SELLAFIELD

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02 Mar 2026 at 13:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for “eDAR00102 - CARMA2 Development Work” has been completed, having been executed by Sellafield, an organisation known for its operations in the North West of the United Kingdom. This tender falls under the industry category of hardware, with specific procurement focusing on goods. The procurement method employed was direct via a single tender action below threshold, indicative of a streamlined procurement strategy. The contract, valued at £84,780 GBP, was awarded to Ice Nine Ltd on 8th January 2025, and will run until 31st March 2026. Although the tender period concluded on 3rd January 2025, the contract details continue to offer an insightful basis for future business engagements.

The award to Ice Nine Ltd for the CARMA2 Development Work presents considerable growth opportunities for businesses specialising in hardware development and supply. This contract exemplifies a favourable environment for firms seeking to establish partnerships with large entities such as Sellafield, particularly in the North West region. Businesses with capability in similar offerings can benefit from participation in tenders employing direct procurement methods, even when not specifically suited for SMEs or VCSEs. Engaging in such procurement processes enhances visibility and credibility, creating pathways for sustained business growth in the public sector marketplace.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

eDAR00102 - CARMA2 Development Work

Notice Description

eDAR00102 - CARMA2 Development Work

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e558d706-d0b8-4096-902f-a1b610b938b8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00f67b4e-02bb-44f0-9f32-879d941e3561
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44316400 - Hardware

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£84,780 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£84,780 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
8 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-2 years
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
SELLAFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRCHWOOD
Postcode
WA3 6GR
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD61 Warrington
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Birchwood
Westminster Constituency
Warrington North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICE NINE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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