--- title: "Floc Storage Tanks Residuals Wet and Dry Methods" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-45ee1201-4935-494b-b395-afb5815588cc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-45ee1201-4935-494b-b395-afb5815588cc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-45ee1201-4935-494b-b395-afb5815588cc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-45ee1201-4935-494b-b395-afb5815588cc.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SELLAFIELD" published: "2020-12-22" --- # Floc Storage Tanks Residuals Wet and Dry Methods Buyer: SELLAFIELD Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-45ee1201-4935-494b-b395-afb5815588cc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-45ee1201-4935-494b-b395-afb5815588cc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-45ee1201-4935-494b-b395-afb5815588cc.json) ## Summary The procurement process titled "Floc Storage Tanks Residuals Wet and Dry Methods" is being conducted by Sellafield, a key player in the nuclear sector, located in Warrington, England. Currently at the planning stage, this tender aims to procure two main tasks: a Wet Method and a Dry Method for the deployment and displacement of residuals within floc storage tanks. The engagement end date for potential bidders is set for 28th January 2021. This opportunity falls under the classification of flocculating agents, with additional classifications including storage tanks and research and experimental development services. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in innovative engineering solutions, particularly those experienced in remote-operated vehicle (ROV) systems and liquid management technologies. Companies capable of demonstrating effective deployment methods for both wet and dry scenarios within challenging environments will be well-suited to compete. The dual-task nature of this tender allows for bidders to propose separate solutions or a combined approach, which may encourage creative partnerships or collaborations within the supply chain to enhance competitiveness. ## Notice This PIN is for a procurement opportunity for two main tasks that will be tendered either by an open procedure or using an existing Sellafield procurement solution (still open to new suppliers) The two main tasks may be jointly awarded or awarded separately; Task One - Wet Method for Deployment and Displacement and Task Two for a Dry Method (see support document) Additional information: This PIN is for a procurement opportunity for two main tasks that will be tendered either by an open procedure or using an existing Sellafield procurement solution (still open to new suppliers) The two main tasks may be jointly awarded or awarded separately; Task One - Wet Method for Deployment and Displacement Requirement for identification and demonstration of a submersible ROV and hose system capable of deploying within the Floc Storage Tanks and displacing all of the Residuals therein. Wet Method - A submersible ROV deployed from the operations floor down into the tank equipped with a nozzle to enable displacement of the FST residuals. The tank will be partially refilled with water to enable the submersible ROV to operate. There are three equally spaced circular openings into top of the tank with a diameter of 1.4m. Required Deliverables Summary Identification of a Wet Method System Demonstration of a Wet Method System in displacement and deployment Demonstration of optional capabilities where elected by the vendor Access with the system originators during demonstration Access to spare or alternative parts during demonstration Task Two - Dry Method for Deployment and Displacement Requirement for identification and demonstration of an ROV and hose system capable of deploying within the Floc Storage Tanks and displacing all of the Residuals therein. Dry Method - An ROV deployed from the operations floor down into the tank equipped with a nozzle to enable displacement of the FST residuals. There are three equally spaced circular openings into top of the tank with a diameter of 1.4m. Required Deliverables Summary Identification of a Dry Method System Demonstration of a Dry Method System in displacement and deployment Demonstration of optional capabilities where elected by the vendor Access with the system originators during demonstration Access to spare or alternative parts during demonstration ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98d43955-a72a-479a-a73b-17a1b2a0be86 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Dec 2020 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 28 Jan 2021 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SELLAFIELD | | Locality | WARRINGTON | | Post town | Warrington | | Postcode | WA3 6GR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire | | ITL 3 | TLD61 Warrington | | Local authority | Warrington | | Electoral ward | Birchwood | | Westminster constituency | Warrington North | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 24 - Chemical products - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 24958200 - Flocculating agents - 44165000 - Hoses, risers and sleeves - 44611400 - Storage tanks - 45214620 - Research and testing facilities construction work - 73100000 - Research and experimental development services ## Release History - 22 Dec 2020 at 12:06 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98d43955-a72a-479a-a73b-17a1b2a0be86 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98d43955-a72a-479a-a73b-17a1b2a0be86 22nd December 2020 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/shared-services-alliance-ssa-for-nuclear-decommissioning-estate ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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