Tender

Prototype Fast Reactor Structural Verification

NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED

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Tender

26 Nov 2025 at 16:06

Summary of the contracting process

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited, based in Warrington, UK, is currently in the tender stage of procuring services for the "Prototype Fast Reactor Structural Verification". This tender falls within the industry category of verification of load-bearing structure design services. The aim is to inspect, calculate, and ensure the structural integrity of the PFR Turbine Hall and SGB structural steel frames. The procurement process, following an open procedure, has precise deadlines with the tender period closing on 5th January 2026, and the contract award due by 19th January 2026. Interested parties must submit inquiries by 18th December 2025, ensuring prompt engagement in this substantial opportunity valued at £528,000 gross.

This tender creates significant business opportunities for companies specialising in structural engineering, particularly those experienced with load-bearing verification services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs), are particularly encouraged to apply. The procurement is structured as a cost reimbursable contract, allowing for financial flexibility and mitigating pricing risk, making it an attractive proposition for businesses adept at managing dynamic and potentially complex infrastructure projects. With a focus on technical quality, commercial acumen, and social value, companies that can deliver innovative methodologies for maintenance and repairs will find themselves well-positioned to benefit from this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Prototype Fast Reactor Structural Verification

Notice Description

Inspect, calculate and determine the structural integrity of the PFR Turbine Hall and SGB structural steel frames to close out ONR Actions. Provide a methodology for maintenance and repairs, if any, that are required to ensure both areas are suitable for continued use.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e992
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077401-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71328000 - Verification of load-bearing structure design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£440,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£440,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Jan 2026 - 25 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
NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Jade Christie
Contact Email
jade.christie@dounreay.nrservices.uk
Contact Phone
01847 802486

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

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