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Record Logging System

NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY

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02 Mar 2026 at 14:27

Summary of the contracting process

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, a central government public authority based in Cumbria, UK, has initiated and completed the procurement process for a Record Logging System designed for NDA Archives Ltd. The procurement method employed was direct and below threshold without competition. This contract, classified under software support services, is part of a services procurement category and was awarded to Doc-Works, a large-scale supplier located in Leighton Buzzard. The contract began on 1st January 2026 and is set to expire on 31st December 2026, with a gross value of £51,379. The procurement is now at the award stage, and the associated contract is active as of 1st March 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in software support services, particularly those familiar with the nuclear energy sector or archival systems management. The straightforward procurement method suggests efficiency in awarding contracts under specific criteria, providing an avenue for companies adept in direct tendering processes to engage with public authorities. Organisations seeking growth may find prospects in technology solutions that enhance operational efficiencies within large governmental projects, such as this one managed by the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority. The completion and activation of this contract exemplify a well-navigated approach to engaging competent suppliers, paving the way for similar bids in the future.

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Notice Title

Record Logging System

Notice Description

Record Logging System for NDA Archives Ltd

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065fc5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018505-2026
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
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72261000 - Software support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£51,379 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA24 3HU
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Egremont North and St Bees
Westminster Constituency
Whitehaven and Workington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DOC-WORKS

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