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17 Jul 2026 at 10:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA), a central government public authority based in Cumbria, has completed a selective procurement process titled "C29663.006 - FDP Review" as part of the UK Funded Decommissioning Programme's Scope Expansion Review. The award was made to TUV SUD Ltd, a large supplier specialising in research and development services and consultancy. This contract, initiated through a call-off from the Strategy Framework C29663, was signed on 10th July 2026, with an active period from 13th July 2026 to 12th August 2026 and a potential extension until 11th September 2026. The procurement was managed below the threshold under a framework agreement, and the main procurement category was services, specifically classified under the CPV code 73000000.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specialised in research, development, and consultancy services, particularly within the decommissioning and nuclear sectors. Companies equipped with the expertise to manage complex projects and deliver strategic insights could benefit from engaging in such frameworks. With a focus on deliverables and social value reporting, the contract necessitates a structured approach to project management, making it ideal for firms capable of delivering consistent updates and evidencing social value contributions. This indicates an opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their footprint in public sector contracts and contribute to critical national infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

C29663.006 - FDP Review

Notice Description

C29663.006 - UK Funded Decommissioning Programme (FDP) Scope Expansion Review - Call Off from Strategy Framework C29663

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cd98
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067617-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£20,200 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 12 Aug 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TUV SUD

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