Tender

Incineration of Radioactive Waste

UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

28 Jan 2026 at 14:02

Tender

08 Jan 2026 at 07:00

PlanningUpdate

31 Oct 2025 at 15:26

Planning

31 Oct 2025 at 12:00

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is seeking services for the "Incineration of Radioactive Waste" project, located at its Culham Campus in Oxfordshire. The procurement process is currently at the tender update stage, utilising an open procedure for this service contract. The tender period ends on 12th February 2026, with an enquiry period closing on 3rd February 2026. The planned contract value is GBP 1.5 million with a potential gross amount up to GBP 1.8 million, structured to accommodate an initial one-year term and renewable annually for up to an additional four years. The procurement is categorised under hazardous waste services with specific classifications for radioactive and toxic waste disposal. The project is above the procurement threshold and is covered by the GPA, allowing electronic submissions in English.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in hazardous and radioactive waste management, particularly those with expertise in incineration processes. It is an ideal fit for companies capable of managing complex waste logistics, adhering to stringent safety regulations, and providing cost-effective solutions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the contract's suitability for such entities. Furthermore, businesses offering innovative, efficient waste disposal methods or new technologies that enhance service provision could gain a competitive edge, thereby facilitating growth in the waste management sector and beyond.

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Notice Title

Incineration of Radioactive Waste

Notice Description

The UK Atomic Energy Authority has a requirement for the provision of an Incineration of Radioactive Waste Removal Service from it's site at Culham Campus, Abingdon, Oxfordshire. The contract is for an initial period of one year with the option to extend annually for up to a further 4 years. Full details of the requirement can be found by following the link in this notice.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: The contract has options to extend annually by up to a further 4 years.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=99567&B=

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d7df
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007632-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90513300 - Refuse incineration services

90520000 - Radioactive-, toxic-, medical- and hazardous waste services

90521300 - Disposal of radioactive waste

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
17 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Robert Franklin
Contact Email
robert.franklin@ukaea.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1235466915

Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORDSHIRE
Postcode
OX14 3DB
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC

Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

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