Planning

Fabrication and Machining Framework

UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED

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PlanningUpdate

05 Feb 2026 at 09:15

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

03 Feb 2026 at 12:47

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Limited is currently in the planning stages of a significant procurement process titled the "Fabrication and Machining Framework." This process is designed to create a framework agreement to cater to both nuclear and non-nuclear requirements, structured as a multi-lot arrangement. The procurement falls under the works category with additional emphasis on goods, specifically involving fabrication and metalworking industries. Located in the UK, the planned framework is set to commence on 21st August 2026, with potential extensions up to 20th August 2034. With an estimated value of £12 million, the procurement method being used is an open procedure, ensuring accessibility to a wide range of suppliers. Stakeholders and interested parties should note the future notice date scheduled for 30th April 2026, which will provide further details about the tender.

This framework presents an attractive opportunity for businesses specialising in fabrication and machining to expand their market presence, particularly those capable of serving nuclear and non-nuclear sectors. The open procedure invites participation from a wide pool, amplifying competition and innovation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to compete due to the stated suitability criterion, offering them a pathway to scale operations and potentially secure long-term contracts. Companies with expertise in the specific industry classifications of "Fabrication work" and "Metalworking" are likely to find the opportunities within this framework beneficial for growth and diversification.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fabrication and Machining Framework

Notice Description

United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory is seeking to establish a Fabrication and Machining framework, structured as a multi-lot arrangement to support both nuclear and non-nuclear requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061550
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010256-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45255400 - Fabrication work

45262670 - Metalworking

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Apr 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Aug 2026 - 20 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@uknnl.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA3 6AE
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Birchwood
Westminster Constituency
Warrington North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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