Tender

Safkeg Stillages Fabrication

INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

05 Jan 2026 at 15:00

Planning

17 Jul 2025 at 15:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process currently in the tender stage is led by International Nuclear Services Limited, a sub-central government public authority headquartered in Warrington, United Kingdom. The contract, titled "Safkeg Stillages Fabrication," involves the provision of twelve 2 x 2 stillages, falling under the industry categories of steel and fabrication work. The open and competitive tender requires submissions by 30 January 2026, with the evaluation concluding by 9 February 2026. Interested parties must adhere to a structured procurement featuring a multi-stage evaluation process including price considerations and technical assessments. The total estimated contract value is £240,000, with the procurement conducted electronically through the Atamis portal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in steel fabrication and high-consequence industries such as nuclear, oil & gas, or aerospace. SMEs and VCSEs are also encouraged to participate, given their suitability acknowledged in the procurement terms. Companies with robust manufacturing experience, particularly in quality management and testing, will find this tender beneficial for business growth. Engagement in this contract could enhance a company's profile and open doors to future projects within specialised and regulated sectors. The structured procurement stages ensure that the best-suited companies will be awarded the contract, heightening competitiveness and potential market expansion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Safkeg Stillages Fabrication

Notice Description

Provision of 12 off 2 x 2 stillages

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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056189
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000378-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
8 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Feb 2026 - 21 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES LIMITED
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

Further Information

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