This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

29 Jun 2026 at 15:28

Planning

27 Jan 2026 at 15:03

Summary of the contracting process

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited, based in Risley, Warrington, is inviting tenders for the "Provision of Home to Work Bus Transport Service," set to enhance personnel transit between designated pick-up points and the Dounreay Site. This contract covers public road transport services in the UKM61 region, and the tender process is currently active in the procurement stage. An open procedure method is being utilised with an anticipated contract value of £5,555,000, rising to a gross amount of £6,666,000. Interested parties must register in the supplier portal to submit proposals by 24th July 2026. The service contract, which includes options for extensions and flexible pricing adjustments, is scheduled to commence on 1st March 2027 and conclude on 29th February 2032.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies experienced in public transport services, especially those SMEs and VCSEs with capabilities in managing daily and shift transport operations. It is suitable for organisations that can meet high standards for vehicle maintenance, safety, and operational reliability. Engaging with this contract could provide a stable revenue stream over several years and foster further business relationships with government bodies. Companies that can effectively manage variable service demands and adhere to specified quality and price balance criteria stand a strong chance of successful competition.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Home to Work Bus Transport Service

Notice Description

Provision of a Home to Work transport service to convey personnel and other users (approximately 265 people daily average) from designated pick-up points to the Dounreay Site and return journey. The service includes scheduled daily services, shift services operating year-round, and limited on-site transport services, delivered in accordance with defined timetables, safety requirements and vehicle standards.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: * Option W1 - Resolving and Avoiding Disputes * Option X1 - Price adjustment for inflation (applied in Year 4 and 5 only) * Option X2 - Changes in the Law * Option X17 - Low service damages (No payment for missed services) * Option X20 - Key Performance Indicators * Y(UK)2 - The Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 * Y(UK)3 - The Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999 * NEC4 Z Clauses - Term Service Contract

Planning Information

Online Supplier Engagement Presentation and Feedback session on 4th February at 1000 hrs.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060fe2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060906-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60112000 - Public road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,555,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£5,555,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
5 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2027 - 29 Feb 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2032-06-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NUCLEAR RESTORATION 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
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
TLM61 Caithness and Sutherland, and Ross and Cromarty

Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Birchwood
Westminster Constituency
Warrington North

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