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Bulk Alkali Metals Treatment Concept, Scheme and Detail Design

NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED

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13 May 2026 at 12:16

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited is initiating a tender process titled "Bulk Alkali Metals Treatment Concept, Scheme and Detail Design", as part of its ongoing operations at the Dounreay Site in the United Kingdom. This public procurement, currently in the planning stage, is focused on engineering design services for a system to manage the disposal of alkali metals. The procurement falls under the broad industry category of services and follows an open procedure method. The contract is anticipated to start on 1st April 2027 and conclude by 30th March 2029, with the total estimated value being £9,000,000. Future communications about the tender process, including further notices, are expected by 2nd November 2026.

This tender offers excellent growth opportunities for businesses specialising in engineering design services, particularly those with experience in waste management and environmental services within the public sector. Companies that can provide innovative and sustainable design solutions are likely to benefit significantly, given the project's focus on environmental restoration and safety standards. The tender's substantial budget and the extended contract period provide a solid business opportunity, making it an attractive prospect for seasoned firms looking to expand their portfolios in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bulk Alkali Metals Treatment Concept, Scheme and Detail Design

Notice Description

Design of a Treatment System for the Disposal of Alkali Metals at the Dounreay Site

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06979d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043879-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71320000 - Engineering design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Nov 20266 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 30 Mar 2029 1-2 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 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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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