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title: "Gamma Calibration Facility Upgrade - Gantry Crane and Electric Hoist"
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# Gamma Calibration Facility Upgrade - Gantry Crane and Electric Hoist

Buyer: NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED (DOUNREAY)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4544ec76-f25a-4a2b-b76e-0147b985c737

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (Dounreay) pertains to the "Gamma Calibration Facility Upgrade - Gantry Crane and Electric Hoist" within the industry category of cranes and lifting equipment. The award stage of this process was completed, with a contract value of £49,702. The project location is in Thurso, Scotland, with delivery to the postal code KW14 7TZ. The procurement method employed was a competitive quotation (below threshold), and the tender period ended on 7th February 2025. Key dates include the start and end dates of the contract period, from 19th February 2025 to 30th April 2025.

Businesses in the field of lifting equipment manufacturing and installation, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), could find significant opportunities in tenders like this. The awarded contract for the upgrade of the Gamma Calibration Facility involved the installation of a gantry crane and electric hoist, suitable for companies capable of providing parts and installation services for lifting and handling equipment. Given the competitive quotation method and the focus on SMEs, businesses that can offer specialised lifting solutions efficiently and cost-effectively would be well-suited to compete in such procurement processes. Additionally, those with experience in delivering projects within the stipulated timeframes and adhering to industry standards would likely have a competitive edge.

## Notice

A direct award contract has been awarded by NRS Dounreay for the Gamma Calibration Facility Upgrade - Gantry Crane and Electric Hoist.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23773cb6-070a-4648-b1c1-4d964ef5ac0e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 19 Feb 2025 - 30 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,702 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,702 |
| 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 | NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED (DOUNREAY) |
| Locality | THURSO |
| 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 | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RED ROOSTER LIFTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 42414000 - Cranes, mobile lifting frames and works trucks fitted with a crane
- 42419000 - Parts of lifting and handling equipment
- 51511100 - Installation services of lifting equipment

## Release History

- 28 Feb 2025 at 09:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23773cb6-070a-4648-b1c1-4d964ef5ac0e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23773cb6-070a-4648-b1c1-4d964ef5ac0e
  28th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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