This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

29 Apr 2026 at 14:16

Award

02 Mar 2026 at 13:59

TenderUpdate

27 Jan 2026 at 11:17

Tender

05 Jan 2026 at 15:00

Planning

17 Jul 2025 at 16:00

Summary of the contracting process

International Nuclear Services Limited (INS), a sub-central government public authority, has completed the procurement process for the fabrication of Safkeg stillages, based in Warrington, United Kingdom. The tender, titled "Safkeg Stillages Fabrication," falls under the goods category with a focus on steel fabrication work. The competitive procurement method employed was an open procedure. Key dates included the signing date of the contract on 28 April 2026, with the contract period starting on 28 April 2026 and ending on 13 October 2026. The award value for the contract, which considers potential modifications, was capped at £142,800 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in steel fabrication, particularly those experienced in high consequence industries such as nuclear, oil & gas, and aerospace. Small and medium-sized enterprises, like the awarded supplier Dal Ben S.p.A from Italy, are well-suited to compete due to the suitability criteria allowing for SME participation. The procurement's flexible and competitive nature encourages innovation and efficiency in production, which could strengthen business prospects, expand international collaboration, and provide access to further opportunities within the sector.

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Notice Title

Safkeg Stillages Fabrication

Notice Description

Provision of 12 off 2 x 2 stillages Please note award value considers worst case modification increases. Submission value was PS119,000.

Planning Information

NTS is currently seeking to understand the capabilities of the market for the feasibility, fabrication, and delivery of 18 off 2x2 stillages. This Request for Information seeks to understand the capability and capacity of the market for manufacturing these stillages, to further inform strategy development for future procurement. Responses received to this RFI will be used to inform NTS’ understanding of the market and allow them to plan the future opportunity allowing sufficient time for manufacture to meet project deadlines. To participate in the RFI, please register for the Atamis supplier portal here: https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/Welcome All relevant documents will be available in the 'Opportunities and Quotes' section once registered for the "Stillages Request For Information (C26861)". Please ensure you have submit by 01/08/2025, 15:00.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056189
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039243-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

14 - Mining, basic metals and related products

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

14622000 - Steel

45255400 - Fabrication work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£136,700 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£119,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
8 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
2 Mar 20266 months ago
Contract Period
28 Apr 2026 - 13 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
International Nuclear Services Ltd
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA3 6GR
Postcode Area
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

Dal Ben SpA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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