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title: "DAR 1374 - Wilma Small Scale Demonstrator"
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# DAR 1374 - Wilma Small Scale Demonstrator

Buyer: SELLAFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-60ab1583-958c-4c96-92af-1c22d740f89e

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## Summary

The public procurement process, titled "DAR 1374 - Wilma Small Scale Demonstrator," has been managed by Sellafield, a UK-based organisation. This process falls under the industry category of "Surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic and hydrological instruments and appliances" (CPV code: 38290000). The contracting process has concluded with an award status. The primary location for the fulfilment of this contract includes various regions such as the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom, with a central address at Birchwood Park Avenue, Warrington, WA3 6GR. Key dates include the tender period ending on 31st July 2024 and the contract period spanning from 1st August 2024 to 31st March 2025. The procurement stage is at the Award phase, with a contract awarded to Southern Scientific Ltd on 31st July 2024, valued at £29,500 GBP, utilising a direct procurement method designed for a single tender action below the threshold.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in high-tech surveying and scientific instrumentation, particularly those that can supply specialised equipment within specified regions. Companies operating in the broader geographical areas mentioned, and who are adept at leveraging direct procurement methods, may find advantageous positions in such tenders. While suitability criteria indicate that Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) may not find this tender directly applicable, larger businesses with relevant expertise can harness the contract to bolster their portfolios and expand their geographical reach. The buyer, Sellafield, offers a stable contract with clear timelines, possibly leading to long-term business relationships and further procurement opportunities.

## Notice

DAR 1374 - Wilma Small Scale Demonstrator

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/de0a48d3-06c4-489f-a527-804fc1a29485 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 21 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £29,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £29,500 |
| 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 | 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOUTHERN SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38290000 - Surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic and hydrological instruments and appliances

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2024 at 09:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/de0a48d3-06c4-489f-a527-804fc1a29485

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/de0a48d3-06c4-489f-a527-804fc1a29485
  21st August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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