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Manufacture, Supply & Installation of Pipework System

UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

ContractAmendment

03 Jun 2026 at 08:56

ContractAmendment

03 Jun 2026 at 08:51

Award

03 Mar 2026 at 11:57

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, titled "Manufacture, Supply & Installation of Pipework System," is spearheaded by the United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Limited, a sub-central government public authority located in Warrington, UK. This tender, identified by NNLC751, falls under the construction industry category, specifically for a cooling and flammable pipework system installation at the Preston site. The process is currently in the contract amendment stage, with the most recent amendment dated 3rd June 2026. The initial contract was awarded to Shepley Engineers Limited, with the official period starting on 27th February 2026 and extending to 26th August 2026, with an optional six-month extension available. The procurement was conducted under a direct method due to its below-threshold nature, without competition, and the project aligns with legislation 2023/54 under UKPGA.

This tender provides significant opportunities for growth primarily for businesses in the construction and engineering sectors, particularly those specialising in subcontracting projects involving pipework systems. Given the project's scale and technical requirements, large-scale engineering firms with the capability to design, manufacture, supply, and install specialised systems would be well-suited to engage. Businesses looking to expand their portfolio in nuclear infrastructure projects can leverage this opportunity by aligning with the specifications and requirements set forth by the United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory. Additionally, with contract modifications being a part of the process, demonstrating flexibility and reliability could enhance competitiveness for similar future procurements.

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Notice Title

Manufacture, Supply & Installation of Pipework System

Notice Description

This contract is for the manufacture, supply and installation of a cooling and flammable pipework system on the Preston site within the A709 building. Design for manufacture, physical supply, off-site manufacture, delivery, onsite installation and test and commission.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0660b6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052174-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK10 - Contract Change Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£299,787 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Feb 20263 months ago
Contract Period
26 May 2026 - 26 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY 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 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
Not specified

Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Birchwood
Westminster Constituency
Warrington North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHEPLEY ENGINEERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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