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Provision of Panama Canal Transit Unarmed Security

INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES LIMITED

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25 Mar 2026 at 10:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by International Nuclear Services Limited, a sub-central public authority based in Warrington, United Kingdom, has reached the contract stage for the "Provision of Panama Canal Transit Unarmed Security." This process is categorised under security services with a limited procurement method, indicating a below-threshold competition approach. The contract involves ensuring the security and safety of cargo and crew during transit along the Panama Canal and is set to run from 25th March 2026 to 12th June 2026. The awarded contract, valued at USD 44,860, was signed on 25th March 2026 with Control Risks Group Limited, a London-based SME serving as the supplier.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the security services industry, particularly those focusing on maritime safety and unarmed security solutions. Enterprises positioned to deliver specialist security measures, manage logistics in challenging locations, and navigate complex international transit routes would find this contract beneficial for growth. With rigorous standards set by the UK legal framework, businesses adept in operating within sub-central government dynamics and offering bespoke solutions will be well-suited to compete and collaborate effectively in similar future tenders. The contract could leverage the supplier's visibility and empower them to expand their reach within government-led security initiatives.

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Notice Title

Provision of Panama Canal Transit Unarmed Security

Notice Description

The provision of security to help protect the security and safety of the cargo, the Pacific Nuclear Transport Limited (PNTL) Ship and the crew during Transit along the Panama Canal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06739e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027210-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£44,860 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
25 Mar 2026 - 12 Jun 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
INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR 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

CONTROL RISKS GROUP

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