--- title: "Build of the DCP ILW Extensions" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2dfee9cb-40c6-460e-a39d-e5a9020c5cd2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2dfee9cb-40c6-460e-a39d-e5a9020c5cd2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2dfee9cb-40c6-460e-a39d-e5a9020c5cd2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2dfee9cb-40c6-460e-a39d-e5a9020c5cd2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "DOUNREAY SITE RESTORATION LIMITED" published: "2018-10-14" --- # Build of the DCP ILW Extensions Buyer: DOUNREAY SITE RESTORATION LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2dfee9cb-40c6-460e-a39d-e5a9020c5cd2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2dfee9cb-40c6-460e-a39d-e5a9020c5cd2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2dfee9cb-40c6-460e-a39d-e5a9020c5cd2.json) ## Summary Dounreay Site Restoration Limited is currently completing a procurement process for the project titled "Build of the DCP ILW Extensions," located in Thurso, Caithness. This initiative falls under the construction industry category, specifically focusing on the construction of reinforced concrete storage facilities for Intermediate Level Waste. The contract, valued at £22,500,000, commenced on 9th October 2018 and is expected to conclude by 1st September 2021. The procurement method employed is selective, following a restricted procedure, with a tender period that ended on 23rd March 2018. This project presents substantial opportunities for large-scale construction firms specialising in industrial projects, particularly those with experience in waste management facilities. Contractors well-versed in reinforced concrete construction, mechanical and electrical installations, and safety management systems will find this tender particularly relevant. Companies that can demonstrate similar past project experience and have the capacity to deliver complex construction projects within the required timeframe will be well-positioned to compete for future contracts in this sector. ## Notice The scope of the works is for the construction of a new shielded Intermediate Level Waste (ILW) Drum Store Extension and an Unshielded Waste Store Extension for shielded waste containers to the existing Dounreay Cementation Plant (DCP) complex comprising of: Procurement and construction of a large scale reinforced concrete store, construction of a fully clad portal framed 'lean to' structure with integral shield wall, substructure and external walls to provide the required radiological shielding; Take on the role of Principal Contractor and establish a Delineated Site to control access and egress to the works and where all work activities are covered by the Contractor's safe systems of work; Electrical and Mechanical installation works for the Stores and interfaces with the existing DCP Import Export Facility; Procurement, manufacture and installation of shielded doors; Procurement, manufacture, testing and installation of a lid lifting hoist; Procurement, manufacture, testing and delivery of a modified 65 tonne bogie and rail system; Provision of a control room that incorporates the electrical, control and instrument interfaces between the various systems in the new shielded ILW store extension; Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning systems for the Stores; Interactions with the Contractor appointed for the design, supply and installation of the facility cranes; and Functional Testing (Setting to Work) of the new ILW store extensions, covering all plant & equipment including the compilation of all testing / commissioning procedures / instructons to the satisfaction / prior approval of the Employer's nominated representative. All testing carried out via a combination of Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) and Plant Walkdown Inspections (PWDS) as appropriate. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/947a8b8f-5a6a-4392-b7d6-8889eb69d6b4 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Oct 2018 | | Submission deadline | 23 Mar 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 8 Oct 2018 | | Contract period | 8 Oct 2018 - 1 Sep 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £22,500,000 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DOUNREAY SITE RESTORATION LIMITED | | Locality | THURSO, CAITHNESS | | Post town | Kirkwall | | Postcode | KW14 7TZ | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Highland | | Electoral ward | Thurso and Northwest Caithness | | Westminster constituency | Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | JOHN GRAHAM CONSTRUCTION | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work ## Release History - 14 Oct 2018 at 09:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/947a8b8f-5a6a-4392-b7d6-8889eb69d6b4 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/947a8b8f-5a6a-4392-b7d6-8889eb69d6b4 14th October 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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