--- title: "Manipulator refurbishment for area 200 & 300, WEP" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-74b21eea-ee91-4750-8a01-967f17d8cf93" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-74b21eea-ee91-4750-8a01-967f17d8cf93" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-74b21eea-ee91-4750-8a01-967f17d8cf93.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-74b21eea-ee91-4750-8a01-967f17d8cf93.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SELLAFIELD" published: "2022-03-22" --- # Manipulator refurbishment for area 200 & 300, WEP Buyer: SELLAFIELD Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-74b21eea-ee91-4750-8a01-967f17d8cf93 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-74b21eea-ee91-4750-8a01-967f17d8cf93) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-74b21eea-ee91-4750-8a01-967f17d8cf93.json) ## Summary The Sellafield organisation is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the refurbishment of two manipulator arms located at their site in Seascale, England. The title of the project is "Manipulator refurbishment for area 200 & 300, WEP," and it falls under the industry category of mechanical handling equipment. A key milestone to note is the engagement end date, which is set for 17 June 2022, providing an opportunity for suppliers to prepare for submission of their tenders in the upcoming procurement phase. The project aims to extend the operational capabilities of the manipulators for future missions anticipated to last until approximately 2045. This tender presents a noteworthy opportunity for businesses that specialise in mechanical handling and robotic systems, particularly those with experience in operational nuclear licensed environments. Companies able to demonstrate their capabilities in designing, installing, and certifying manipulator systems, as well as those with security-cleared personnel, will find themselves well-positioned to compete for this contract. Such businesses can potentially contribute to the refurbishment efforts, ensuring compatibility with existing equipment while also positioning themselves within a long-term operational framework at Sellafield. ## Notice Notice of forthcoming procurement to refurbish two Manipulator arms currently in operation on Sellafield sites. The following details outline how Sellafield intend for the work to be done, subject to potential minor amendments within the final published tender The aim of the Manipulator refurbishment project is to refurbish 2 off Manipulators currently in operation within WEP. Supply Chain partners are sought that possess or can evidence progression towards: - * Demonstrable experience of delivering work on operational nuclear licensed sites (not new build only scenarios). * Demonstrable experience of designing and installing manipulator / robotic systems (Mech & CE&I). * Demonstrable experience of certifying and applying UKCA / CE marking of systems. * Provision of security cleared personnel and adequate resources and knowledge of progressing personnel through UK Vetting procedures. Additional information: Notice of forthcoming procurement to refurbish two Manipulator arms currently in operation on Sellafield sites. The following details outline how Sellafield intend for the work to be done, subject to potential minor amendments within the final published tender The Manipulators are to be refurbished such that they can support current operational demands and future proof for a potential extended operation of 25 years. The aim of the Manipulator refurbishment project is to refurbish 2 off Manipulators currently in operation within WEP. Current operations within WEP are being extended to circa 2045 and the 2 off Manipulators are to be refurbished such that they can support future missions planned across the plant. The scope of the refurbishments covers the 2 off Manipulators (including the connections to the ETOC Crane), masts and associated cabling, the crane down-shop junction box (manipulator interface only), control desks, Manipulator's control panels, and opportunities to interface with equipment such as size reduction tooling, in cell equipment, and camera equipment. All items outside of this scope of work are considered fit for purpose, with no maintenance required. All equipment installed as part of this refurbishment must be compatible with current WEP manipulators systems and tooling and be warranted for in cell operations. Supply Chain partners are sought that possess or can evidence progression towards: - * Demonstrable experience of delivering work on operational nuclear licensed sites (not new build only scenarios). * Demonstrable experience of designing and installing manipulator / robotic systems (Mech & CE&I). * Demonstrable experience of certifying and applying UKCA / CE marking of systems. * Provision of security cleared personnel and adequate resources and knowledge of progressing personnel through UK Vetting procedures. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f69c70e-85b1-43ce-9b00-e1b0b3e70710 | | 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 Mar 2022 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 17 Jun 2022 | | 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 | SEASCALE | | Post town | Carlisle | | Postcode | CA20 1PG | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42418500 - Mechanical handling equipment ## Release History - 22 Mar 2022 at 07:21 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f69c70e-85b1-43ce-9b00-e1b0b3e70710 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f69c70e-85b1-43ce-9b00-e1b0b3e70710 22nd March 2022 - 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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