--- title: "HALEU Deconversion - Supplier Engagement Day" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6c5c34ac-928c-4dfc-9cd7-54414f9c2768" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6c5c34ac-928c-4dfc-9cd7-54414f9c2768" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6c5c34ac-928c-4dfc-9cd7-54414f9c2768.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6c5c34ac-928c-4dfc-9cd7-54414f9c2768.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED" published: "2025-02-03" --- # HALEU Deconversion - Supplier Engagement Day Buyer: NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6c5c34ac-928c-4dfc-9cd7-54414f9c2768 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6c5c34ac-928c-4dfc-9cd7-54414f9c2768) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6c5c34ac-928c-4dfc-9cd7-54414f9c2768.json) ## Summary The National Nuclear Laboratory Ltd (UKNNL) invites prospective suppliers to a Supplier Engagement Day focused on the HALEU (High Assay Low Enriched Uranium) Deconversion Fuels programme. This event, taking place on 6th March 2025 at the Tickled Trout Hotel in Preston (postal code PR5 0UJ), is part of the planning stage of the procurement process. The engagement aims to inform the supply chain of the technical and capability requirements necessary to ensure a domestic supply of HALEU fuel. Key dates to note include the event itself on 6th March and the engagement end date on the same day at 23:59 GMT. The industry category is classified under "Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy" (CPV code 09300000). This tender, initiated through a market engagement notice by the UKNNL, presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in mechanical, process, and electrical consultancy design, system control and integration, and various engineering and technical services. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate, offering a chance to contribute to the nuclear fuel market development. Companies specialising in advanced engineering, manufacturing, and nuclear technologies would be well-suited to compete. The limited attendance of 50 suppliers, with two representatives from each company, ensures an intimate and focused discussion environment, enhancing the opportunities for networking and collaboration with UKNNL. ## Notice United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory are hosting a supplier engagement day to advertise upcoming procurement opportunities relating to the HALEU (High Assay Low Enriched Uranium) Deconversion Fuels programme. The event will take place on 6th March 2025 at the Tickled Trout Hotel in Preston. The event will focus on providing the supply chain with an understanding on HALEU fuel technology and capability requirements needed to ensure the UK has a domestic supply of enriched HALEU fuel for the next generation of nuclear reactors. UKNNL are tasked with designing, building, and delivering an operable pilot scale demonstration rig that will assist the commercial nuclear fuels market in developing HALEU fuel on a commercial scale. For UKNNL to achieve this deliverable we are seeking the assistance of the UK supply chain to provide through a tendering process the following services & system technologies. Mechanical, Process and Electrical consultancy design, System control and integration, Rotary kiln, Chemical & gas Off gas scrubber abatement systems, lifting and handling equipment, weighing systems, trace heated pipe systems & control, high temperature reaction vessels, high temperature steam generator, Uranium Hexafluoride feed system, Welding & Fabrication, Mechanical and Electrical assembly. Please note places are limited to 50 suppliers with 2 representatives from each respective company. If you are interested in attending the event please register your interest and secure your place. Please visit the ticketing website to register your place and where you will also find more information about the event. Event Timings: Please arrive from 9.30am onwards for a 10am start. There will be food and drinks on arrival. 10am -10.45am there will be introductions and presentation from UKNNL. 10.45am onwards, open room where you will have the opportunity to speak to UKNNL staff. Lunch will be provided at 12.30pm. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4210758-9038-4146-8b74-b279fe728ad2 | | Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 6 Mar 2025 | | 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 | NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED | | Locality | RISLEY | | Post town | Warrington | | Postcode | WA3 6AE | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy ### Codes - 09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy ## Release History - 3 Feb 2025 at 14:23 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4210758-9038-4146-8b74-b279fe728ad2 - 3 Feb 2025 at 14:21 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4210758-9038-4146-8b74-b279fe728ad2 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4210758-9038-4146-8b74-b279fe728ad2 3rd February 2025 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/national-nuclear-laboratory/haleu-deconversion-fuels-programme-supplier-engagement-day/2025-03-06/10:00/t-dvzkpxa ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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