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13 Jul 2026 at 07:32

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process facilitated by Sellafield Limited, a public authority in the sub-central government sector, involved a contract titled "Crane rope replacement." The contract, tagged under the services industry category of "Repair and maintenance services of cranes," focused on the replacement of a crane auxiliary hoist rope due to a Category A defect. This project also required repair visits and emission tests for welders as part of the maintenance schedule. The procurement method employed was direct, conducted below the threshold without competition. The contract was awarded to Wellman Booth, with key activities designed to take place in Warrington, UK. The contract period started on 31st March 2026 and is set to end on 31st July 2027.

The completion of this contract serves as an important opportunity for businesses specializing in crane maintenance and repair services to explore potential collaboration opportunities with large-scale operations like Sellafield Limited. Businesses capable of providing specialised maintenance and testing services, particularly with expertise in handling Category A defects, would find this contract profitable and a significant step towards expanding their portfolio. Although the process was conducted without competition, firms aiming to enhance their market visibility in the public sector may benefit from staying informed about similar procurement opportunities in the future.

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Notice Title

Crane rope replacement

Notice Description

Replace of the Crane Auxiliary Hoist rope following a Category A Defect being identified. Repair visits will also be required throughout the year to support the welder breakdowns. Each welder will receive an emission test as part of the maintenance schedule & certification will be provided when the Welder has passed.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c913
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065408-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50531400 - Repair and maintenance services of cranes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£53,055 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

WELLMAN BOOTH

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