Award

Provision of Type 1 Adaptor Plates

INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES LTD

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

13 May 2025 at 13:44

Tender

14 Oct 2024 at 15:15

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of Type 1 Adaptor Plates involves International Nuclear Services Ltd, a body governed by public law based in Warrington, UK. The process pertains to the fabrication work industry category and is intended for the safe transport of nuclear packages using Pacific Nuclear Transport Limited fleet. The procurement follows an open procedure method and is currently in the award stage, with a contract signed with Oldham Engineering Ltd on 13 May 2025. The tender was initiated on 14 October 2024 and aims to complete the fabrication of eight adapter plates within a 12-month period, delivered in two tranches, starting 1 May 2025 and ending 1 June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the field of precision manufacturing and high consequence industries, particularly those with experience in nuclear transport solutions. The open procurement method encourages a competitive environment, making it well-suited for SMEs capable of meeting high standards in quality, schedule, and production activities. With a contract value of approximately £900,000, businesses that can demonstrate robust fabrication capabilities and high industry standards stand to benefit greatly from engaging in this project. The involvement of Oldham Engineering Ltd, a UK-based SME, underscores the potential for local enterprises to secure important contracts in this specialised sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of Type 1 Adaptor Plates

Notice Description

Procurement for the provision of type 1 Adaptor Plates.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Nuclear Transport Solutions (NTS) is seeking to procure 8 adapter plates for safe transport of nuclear packages using its Pacific Nuclear Transport Limited (PNTL) fleet of ships. The adapter plates have been progressed to a detailed design and are ready to go to full fabrication. The full process is anticipated to take 12 months and will be delivered in 2 tranches.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04abe7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020890-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

44400000 - Miscellaneous fabricated products and related items

45255400 - Fabrication work

45255420 - Onshore fabrication work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 1 Jun 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES LTD
Contact Name
Harry Spracklen
Contact Email
harry.spracklen@ntsglobal.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Birchwood
Westminster Constituency
Warrington North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OLDHAM ENGINEERING

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