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11 Jun 2026 at 14:49

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Supply of Paints and Coatings (Contract)" was conducted by Sellafield Limited, a public authority classified as a sub-central government entity. This contract, valued at £165,000, involves the supply of specialised paints and finishes used for the repair and maintenance of nuclear waste transport flasks. The procurement was direct, conducted below threshold without competition, and is now complete. The contract was awarded to PPG Architectural Coatings UK Ltd and covers the period from 10th June 2026 to 10th June 2027, with deliveries expected in the United Kingdom region UKE44.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of industrial and specialised coatings, particularly those capable of servicing the nuclear industry. The contract's focus on maintenance and long-term support of the Sellafield mission highlights the importance of reliable supply chains and quality products. Businesses like PPG Architectural Coatings, with experience in durable coatings for challenging environments, are well-positioned to compete in similar tenders, facilitating growth and expansion into niche markets with demanding specifications and regulatory requirements.

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Notice Title

Supply of Paints and Coatings (Contract)

Notice Description

Supply of specialised paints & finishes used on nuclear transport flasks to enable the repair and maintenance of internal and external nuclear waste transport flasks. This will enable the continued support pf the various maintenance programmes throughout the plant and assist with the long term Sellafield mission.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b34c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055368-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44810000 - Paints

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£165,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Jun 2026 - 10 Jun 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SELLAFIELD LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

PPG ARCHITECTURAL |COATINGS

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