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Facilities Management

NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

01 Jul 2026 at 13:56

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

22 Oct 2025 at 12:10

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Nuclear Waste Services Limited, a subordinate public authority under the UK Government, is planning a procurement process for Facilities Management services. This initiative targets the Low Level Waste Repository (LLWR) site near Drigg, UK, aiming to ensure effective management and operational support. As part of the tender planning stage, an in-person Supplier Engagement Event is scheduled for 9th September 2026, with a registration deadline of 2nd September 2026. The contract, valued at £22,000,000 with potential extensions, will commence on 1st April 2028, spanning up to 31st March 2033. The procurement method includes a framework agreement, covering services in the facilities management industry category.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses proficient in facilities management, especially those accustomed to working in regulated and safety-critical environments. Enterprises capable of providing comprehensive site management, maintaining infrastructure, and collaborating with subcontractors to uphold safety, security, and operational standards are particularly well-suited to compete. Winning this tender can enable businesses to showcase their expertise in high-stakes environments, enhance their portfolio with public sector work, and form long-term strategic partnerships within government frameworks.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Facilities Management

Notice Description

The provision of Facilities Management (FM) and associated support services to Nuclear Waste Services Ltd (NWS) at the Low Level Waste Repository (LLWR) site, near Drigg. The primary objectives and deliverables of this contract are: To safely and effectively deliver comprehensive on-site Facilities Management services that support the ongoing waste management and operational activities at the LLWR site. To ensure the safe, timely, cost-effective, and high-quality execution of all planned Facilities Management activities, maintaining site assets, plant, equipment, and infrastructure in a fully operational condition and within their defined design parameters. To provide effective management and supervision of subcontractors undertaking Facilities Management and associated works, ensuring compliance with all site safety, security, and operational requirements. To maintain a professional and competent Facilities Management team that consistently delivers NWS requirements, supports business continuity, and promotes continuous improvement across all FM service areas. To contribute to the safe, secure, and efficient operation of the LLWR site through proactive asset management, regulatory compliance, and high standards of service delivery.

Planning Information

As part of the upcoming procurement, Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) will be holding an in-person Supplier Engagement Event at the Low Level Waste Repository (LLWR) site, near Drigg, on Wednesday 9th September 2026. The event is intended to provide bidders with a comprehensive understanding of the requirement, procurement strategy, and operating environment. The event will include a presentation, optional one-to-one engagement sessions, and a guided site tour. This engagement event will provide suppliers with the opportunity to gain further insight into the requirement, ask questions, and support the development of tender documentation. Please note that attendance is limited to a maximum of two representatives per organisation. To register your attendance at the Supplier Engagement Event, please contact: Lewis.Gribbin@nuclearwasteservices.uk Please register your interest no later than Close of Play (COP) on Wednesday 2nd September 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d18e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061838-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79993100 - Facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£22,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Apr 202711 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2028 - 31 Mar 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CALDERBRIDGE, SEASCALE
Postcode
CA20 1DB
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLD11 West Cumbria
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Gosforth
Westminster Constituency
Whitehaven and Workington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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