Planning

Supply of HEPA Filters

SELLAFIELD LIMITED

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Planning

15 Apr 2026 at 12:55

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

08 May 2025 at 08:39

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

15 Apr 2025 at 14:23

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Supply of HEPA Filters" is currently in the planning stage, with Sellafield Limited serving as the buying organisation. This project involves the detailed design, manufacture, testing, supply, and delivery of nuclear-grade air filters, including High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters, to NDA participating entities. The procurement is classified under goods in the air filters category, with a total estimated value of £6,800,000 GBP. The selective procurement method will follow a competitive flexible procedure, with electronic submissions permitted in English. Key dates include the expression of interest deadline of 30th May 2026, with a contract award anticipated by 1st October 2026. The procurement operates under the legal framework established by UK legislation, and is located in Warrington, United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in air filtration systems, particularly those with expertise in nuclear-grade applications. The HEPA filters and products required must comply with stringent engineering standards and garner type approval registration for use on UK nuclear licensed sites. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria indicated for lotting options. The procurement's competitive and flexible nature, along with the recurring market opportunities, promises growth potential for businesses capable of innovating within this niche sector. The involvement of multiple NDA operating companies further broadens the scope and engagement potential across different sites.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of HEPA Filters

Notice Description

The Detailed Design, Manufacture, Test, Supply and Delivery of Nuclear Grade Air Filters, including High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) Filters to the NDA Participating Entities (PEs)

Lot Information

Lot 1

Lotting options for lot 1 will be confirmed within tender documents

Lot 2

Lotting options for lot 2 is being reviewed and will be confirmed within tender documents

Planning Information

The NDA Group; Sellafield, NRS and NRS Dounreay are planning to hold a Market Engagement online Webinar for HEPA Filters for all interested parties on Tuesday 6th May 2025 10:00 - 11:00 (UK Time). To confirm your interest in this opportunity if your company would like to join the webinar please email Clare Hastings at clare.e.hastings@sellafieldsites.com and you will be issued with the webinar online link. Thank you, Jasmine Lane (HEPA Filters Procurement Lead)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050366
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034231-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42514310 - Air filters

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,977,251 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 May 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2026-05-27

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SELLAFIELD LIMITED
Additional Buyers

SELLAFIELD LTD (WEST CUMBRIA HSE)

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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