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title: "Design & Build Harwell Sludge Can Drying Prototype"
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buyer: "NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES"
published: "2024-12-24"
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# Design & Build Harwell Sludge Can Drying Prototype

Buyer: NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-56c16111-1d32-49c3-af78-4b553318e6d8

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Design & Build Harwell Sludge Can Drying Prototype" has been completed by Nuclear Restoration Services based in Harwell, Oxford. This contract falls under the industry category of plant engineering design services and includes a range of delivery locations such as the British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through a direct method, specifically a single tender action (below threshold). The contract period started on 10th December 2024 and will end on 30th April 2025. The total value of the contract is £90,578.80 GBP.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in engineering design services, particularly those specialising in plant engineering. Given the direct procurement method and the nature of the work required, it is especially advantageous for companies with expertise in developing innovative solutions for the nuclear sector. While the tender was not particularly suited for SMEs or VCSEs, the project scope and locations offer potential for businesses capable of handling complex engineering projects to gain experience and showcase their capabilities in the public sector.

## Notice

Design & Build Harwell Sludge Can Drying Prototype

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2b99a26-7e44-4f04-a389-434de058f595 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 10 Dec 2024 - 30 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,578 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £90,579 |
| 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 |
| Locality | HARWELL, OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Hendreds |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MECHATECH SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71323200 - Plant engineering design services

## Release History

- 24 Dec 2024 at 09:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2b99a26-7e44-4f04-a389-434de058f595

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2b99a26-7e44-4f04-a389-434de058f595
  24th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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