Tender

Reserved Procurement - Active Filter Change Robot Mechanical Modifications

NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED (DOUNREAY)

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Tender

07 Mar 2025 at 15:43

Summary of the contracting process

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (Dounreay) has initiated a tender for "Reserved Procurement - Active Filter Change Robot Mechanical Modifications." This falls under the industry category of Mechanical Engineering Installation Works, and is located in Thurso, Caithness, UK. The procurement is in the tender stage, with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 21st March 2025, a tender period closing on 4th April 2025 at 12:00 PM BST, and the estimated contract commencement on 30th April 2025 to conclude by 29th April 2026. The procurement is conducted via open competition below threshold, focusing on local engagement at the Dounreay site.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialised in mechanical engineering and manufacturing. Companies capable of producing detailed design drawings, modifying existing components, and adhering to specified standards will find this tender especially suited to their expertise. The contract, valued at £150,000, presents a significant financial opportunity. Additionally, as the procurement is targeted locally, enterprises within proximity to Caithness have an advantageous position to leverage their geographical location for a competitive edge.

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Notice Title

Reserved Procurement - Active Filter Change Robot Mechanical Modifications

Notice Description

This package of work includes 3 aspects, which require varying degrees of design work, in addition, the contractor is to manufacture all specified items to the agreed designs and standards. An 'Integration review' is to be held once the robot is manufactured and the two design packages are at detailed design. Robot: Manufacture all items detailed in the detail design drawings to the specified tolerances and in accordance with the specified standards. Some components are to be modified from existing components, supplied by NRS. Alpha panel: The alpha panel design to be progressed from approved scheme to detail design and manufactured. Shield wall: The shield wall design to be progressed from approved scheme to detail design and manufactured

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04eaaf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008403-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Apr 2025 - 29 Apr 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED (DOUNREAY)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
alex.wood@dounreay.com
Contact Phone
07545145113

Buyer Location

Locality
THURSO
Postcode
KW14 7TZ
Post Town
Kirkwall
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Thurso and Northwest Caithness
Westminster Constituency
Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross

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