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title: "Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil as a diesel alternative"
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buyer: "NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES LIMITED"
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# Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil as a diesel alternative

Buyer: NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5d90f212-012e-4630-97bd-3720e27cfd29

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## Summary

Nuclear Waste Services Limited, located in Calderbridge, UK, has completed the procurement process for sourcing Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as a diesel alternative. This contract was tendered under the "Fuel oils" category, with the procurement method defined as selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The awarded contract, valued at £32,000, began on 19th May 2025 and is set to conclude on 20th February 2027. Certas Energy UK Limited has been awarded the contract as the supplier. The process reached the award stage with the active status confirmed on 19th May 2025.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses that specialise in renewable energy supplies, particularly those providing innovative fuel alternatives like Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil. While the contract does not specifically favour SMEs or VCSEs, companies with expertise in sustainable energy solutions would be well-positioned to participate in future similar tenders. Engaging in such contracts can foster growth by allowing businesses to expand their market footprint and foster relationships with key organisations like Nuclear Waste Services Limited.

## Notice

The scope of this work is to source hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), which is a direct drop in "green" alternative to traditional diesel fuel.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f45a6f2-6ba0-4ebf-bf6f-a6a3bc065ab6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 18 May 2025 - 20 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £32,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £32,000 |
| 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 | NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | CALDERBRIDGE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA20 1DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Gosforth |
| Westminster constituency | Whitehaven and Workington |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CERTAS ENERGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

### Codes

- 09135000 - Fuel oils

## Release History

- 11 Nov 2025 at 12:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f45a6f2-6ba0-4ebf-bf6f-a6a3bc065ab6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f45a6f2-6ba0-4ebf-bf6f-a6a3bc065ab6
  11th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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