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HNB - Non Destructive Testing Services

NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent contracting process involves Nuclear Restoration Services Limited, a public authority operating within sub-central government based in Warrington, United Kingdom. This specific procurement titled "HNB - Non Destructive Testing Services" falls under the industry category of non-destructive testing services, associated with the transfer of Advanced Gas-Cooled Reactor sites, beginning with Hunterston B in spring 2026. The procurement stage of this contract is complete, with the contract period set to start from the 1st of April 2026 and potentially extending until the end of 2032. This direct award contract, with an initial term value of £127,000 and a gross value of £152,400, is established under the direct award method from EDF Energy Nuclear Generation Limited to Applus UK Limited due to the critical technical necessity and regulatory requirements associated with nuclear site operations.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for organisations specialising in non-destructive testing and services within the nuclear sector. As this is a direct award focusing on a particular technical capacity critical to safe nuclear operations, large businesses like Applus UK Limited, already established in such services, would be well-suited to compete. The transfer process is vital for businesses looking to expand their role and collaborate within the UK's nuclear decommissioning programme, ensuring compliance with high regulatory and environmental standards. The extended contract period and potential for renewal suggest opportunities for sustained business growth within the nuclear industry through partnerships with public sector authorities such as Nuclear Restoration Services.

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Notice Title

HNB - Non Destructive Testing Services

Notice Description

Non Destructive Testing Services at Hunterston B

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 Applus 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 Applus 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 Services 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). Applus 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. ** Please Note ** This is a framework, and will be called off as and when required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05db66
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036768-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71632200 - Non-destructive testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,103,201 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£127,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20256 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
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED
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
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
1
Supplier Name

APPLUS

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