Tender

Prototype Fast Reactor Ventilation Upgrade Ductwork Fabrication

NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited is currently in the tender stage for the "Prototype Fast Reactor Ventilation Upgrade Ductwork Fabrication" contract, focused on the manufacturing, fabrication, testing, inspection, and delivery of ventilation ductwork. As a sub-central government public authority, the organisation is seeking to enhance the ventilation systems associated with the Prototype Fast Reactor with items related to mechanical engineering installation works and ventilation ducting classified under CPV 45351000 and 39563530. The procurement process is conducted through an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions and requiring them in English. Located in Warrington, UK, interested parties must submit their tenders by 12:00 Noon on 11 May 2026. The contract is anticipated to begin on 1 June 2026 and conclude by 30 April 2027, with potential extensions permissible under specific conditions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for firms specialising in mechanical engineering and ventilation systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, aligning with the award criteria that emphasise technical ability, commercial pricing, and social value provision. With a project value exceeding £420,200 GBP, this contract facilitates substantial business growth for companies capable of delivering high-quality components and services. The open procedure and clearly defined award criteria favour entities with robust technical capabilities and competitive pricing strategies. Businesses can leverage this opportunity to establish or strengthen their presence in the nuclear restoration sector in the UK.

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Notice Title

Prototype Fast Reactor Ventilation Upgrade Ductwork Fabrication

Notice Description

The manufacture, fabrication, testing, inspection and delivery of the Prototype Fast Reactor Ventilation Upgrade ductwork.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0677a5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036161-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

39563530 - Ventilation ducting

45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£420,200 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£420,200 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

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