Award

Supply of Chemicals (AGR Unique Ref: 19 F/W)

NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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06 Nov 2025 at 11:43

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05 Nov 2025 at 17:25

Summary of the contracting process

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited has initiated a public procurement process titled "Supply of Chemicals (AGR Unique Ref: 19 F/W)" as part of the UK's nuclear decommissioning programme. This procurement falls under the "goods" industry category and is being conducted through a direct award method, reflecting its importance for the Advanced Gas-Cooled Reactor (AGR) sites. Located in Warrington, UK, the contracting authority is a sub-central government public authority. This procurement process, set to begin on 1st April 2026, encompasses a contract period until the end of 2026, with the possibility of extension until the end of 2027. Key dates include the publication of the contract award notice on 6th November 2025 and the scheduled future signature date of 6th December 2025.

This procurement provides substantial opportunities for businesses involved in supplying chemical products, specifically those capable of supporting the unique requirements of nuclear restoration projects. The direct award to Brenntag (UK) Limited underlines the critical nature of the services provided, suggesting that suppliers with a background in technical and regulatory compliance, and those currently engaged in similar roles, would be well-positioned to compete in future related opportunities. Companies that can ensure a seamless supply chain, have experience with large and complex projects, and can demonstrate technical expertise in handling sensitive materials will find significant growth possibilities through engagements like these.

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Notice Title

Supply of Chemicals (AGR Unique Ref: 19 F/W)

Notice Description

Procurement record to allow the publication of UK5 Transparency Notice for the Contract being novated from EDF. The transparency notice Contract value is based on the maximum contract extension period, therefore not a guaranteed value of spend.

Procurement Information

As part of the UK's nuclear decommissioning programme, Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) will begin taking ownership of assets and the responsibility for the Advanced Gas-Cooled Reactor (AGR) sites from EDF Energy Nuclear Generation Limited (EDF). This transition, starting with Hunterston B in spring 2026, marks a key milestone in ensuring the continued safe, secure and cost-effective decommissioning of the UK's nuclear legacy. NRS is committed to transparency and collaboration throughout this transfer process, working closely with EDF, regulators and stakeholders to deliver a seamless transfer whilst maintaining the highest standards of regulatory, safety and environmental compliance. In line with this commitment, NRS therefore intends to make a direct award in accordance with Section 41 of the Procurement Act 2023 and wishes to advise that the existing EDF contract with Brenntag (UK) Limited, as detailed in this notice, is being novated to Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) as part of the AGR site transfer process. This is a direct award for the purposes of Procurement Act 2023 and is being made pursuant to Paragraph 6 of Schedule 5 to the Procurement Act 2023 NRS considers Paragraph 6 applies as the services provided by Brenntag (UK) Limited are critical to the ongoing operation of Hunterston B and it would create significant technical difficulties and unacceptable regulatory risks to NRS for another supplier to supply the Goods at this time. Following completion of this novated contract, all future requirements will be progressed through NRS's established procurement processes and in continued compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23). Brenntag (UK) Limited is neither an excluded or excludable supplier. A Contract Award Notice and Contract Details Notice will follow in accordance with Procurement Act 2023.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05db62
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071571-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products


CPV Codes

24960000 - Various chemical products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£466,752 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
nrsagrcommercial@nrservices.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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

BRENNTAG

BRENNTAG (UK

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