Planning

DMOX Services Framework

NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY

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Planning

20 Apr 2026 at 13:26

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) is planning a procurement process for the DMOX Services Framework, focusing on plant design within the research and development services industry. This procurement is within the services category and is targeted towards entities in the United Kingdom, specifically those that are registered as public authority - central government. The process is currently in the planning stage, with a planned start date for the contract period on 1 December 2026, running until 30 November 2030. The NDA is located in Cumbria and is represented by Madeline Jones. Interested parties should note that a future notice is expected on 1 October 2026, which will precede the tender stage.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in research, development, and related consultancy services, as well as plant design. Companies that can provide innovative solutions and have expertise in these fields are encouraged to participate, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to the suitability criteria. The framework aims to harness the capabilities of the private sector to assist in the strategic objectives of the NDA. Collaborating with a central government authority offers significant growth potential, allowing businesses to engage with public sector projects with substantial visibility and impact.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DMOX Services Framework

Notice Description

DMOX Services Framework - PLANT DESIGN

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068670
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035680-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 20266 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2026 - 1 Dec 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA24 3HU
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Egremont North and St Bees
Westminster Constituency
Whitehaven and Workington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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