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NRS Winfrith - Safety Case Support for SGHWR (Steam Generating Heavy Water Reactor) deconstruction / decommissioning

NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED

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19 Mar 2026 at 12:58

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Summary of the contracting process

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited, acting as the buying organisation and classified as a public authority under the sub-central government category, is overseeing a tender titled "NRS Winfrith - Safety Case Support for SGHWR deconstruction / decommissioning." This tender pertains to the industry category of design support services, focusing specifically on the demolition and decommissioning of a Steam Generating Heavy Water Reactor (SGHWR) in Winfrith. Based in Warrington, United Kingdom, the procurement process is currently at the award stage, with the contract set to begin on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 30th November 2027. A direct award procurement method has been utilised, and the value of the award amounts to £366,000 gross, with £305,000 being the net amount. The standstill period for potential contestation ends on 30th March 2026.

This significant tender offers numerous opportunities for businesses that specialise in safety case development and services related to deconstruction and decommissioning within the nuclear industry. Notably suited for small and medium-sized enterprises, especially those already familiar with similar contracts and possessing relevant expertise, this award facilitates business growth within the sector. ABBOTT RISK CONSULTING LIMITED, a suitable supplier classified as an SME, has been engaged for their expertise, ensuring continuity of work with the existing contractor. This initiative not only provides direct business development but also solidifies relationships within the nuclear sector, highlighting growth potential for businesses willing to invest in specialised safety case support services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NRS Winfrith - Safety Case Support for SGHWR (Steam Generating Heavy Water Reactor) deconstruction / decommissioning

Notice Description

Safety Case development & Support for the SGHWR (Steam Generating Heavy Water Reactor) Demolition / Decommissioning project

Procurement Information

Continuation of work wiith existing Contractor

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066ed1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025157-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79933000 - Design support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£305,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Nov 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES 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 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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ABBOTT RISK CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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