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Supply of a 9000ltr Fuel Bowser

NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED

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31 Mar 2026 at 12:44

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Nuclear Restoration Services Limited, located in Warrington, North West England, revolves around the supply of a 9000-litre fuel bowser to the Dounreay site. The industry category for this procurement is goods, with a specific focus on vehicle equipment classified as bowsers. The process has reached the award stage, which was completed on 31st March 2026. The contract was signed on 24th March 2026 and will be active until 30th June 2026. This procurement was executed through a direct method, below the threshold, without competition, which indicates a need for rapid fulfilment or specialised supply.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of fuel storage and transportation solutions. Companies with particular expertise in producing high-capacity and durable fuel bowsers would be ideally suited to participate in similar future procurements, especially those that can meet specific industrial standards and timelines. Fuel Proof Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise specialising in such equipment, was awarded this contract, highlighting the potential for SMEs to capitalise on niche markets with targeted capabilities. The contract value is set at £31,701, reflecting an investment in quality and reliability for site operations at Dounreay.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of a 9000ltr Fuel Bowser

Notice Description

Supply of a 9000ltr Fuel Bowser for Dounreay Site

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06792e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029678-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34223200 - Bowsers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£31,701 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
24 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

FUEL PROOF

Further Information

Notice Documents

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