Planning

Supply of Master Slave Manipulators (MSM) and associated spares and spares (C)

SELLAFIELD LIMITED

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Planning

28 May 2025 at 16:30

Summary of the contracting process

Sellafield Limited, a public authority under sub-central government classification, is initiating a tender process for the supply of Master Slave Manipulators (MSM) and associated spares. This procurement is at the planning stage and targets the goods industry category, specifically lifting and handling equipment, and parts thereof. The procurement value is estimated at £6,000,000 gross, with a net value of £5,000,000 in GBP. Located in Warrington, United Kingdom, this contract covers a period starting 1 April 2026 and ending 30 March 2030, with potential renewal extending to 30 March 2031. Prospective suppliers can anticipate further notices after 12 December 2025 as part of the procurement communication plan.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for companies involved in the manufacturing or supply of industrial robots and lifting equipment, aiming to expand their reach in the public sector. Firms with capabilities in delivering original equipment manufacturing, particularly in the lifting and handling equipment sector, would be well-suited to compete. Businesses looking to tap into long-term contracts with potential renewals will find this procurement process particularly beneficial for growth and stability in the UK markets.

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Notice Title

Supply of Master Slave Manipulators (MSM) and associated spares and spares (C)

Notice Description

Supply of Original Equipment Manufacturer Master Slave Manipulators (MSM) and associated spares and spares

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052866
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028274-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42400000 - Lifting and handling equipment and parts

42410000 - Lifting and handling equipment

42414000 - Cranes, mobile lifting frames and works trucks fitted with a crane

42418000 - Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery

42419000 - Parts of lifting and handling equipment

42997300 - Industrial robots

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SELLAFIELD LIMITED
Contact Name
Martin Ellicott
Contact Email
martin.x.ellicott@sellafieldsites.com
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

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