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title: "Provision of Type 1 Adapter Plates"
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# Provision of Type 1 Adapter Plates

Buyer: INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-96712d8c-4ee8-4915-9df3-14fe1234b623

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## Summary

International Nuclear Services has completed the procurement process for the "Provision of Type 1 Adapter Plates," an initiative aimed at securing 8 adapter plates for the safe transportation of nuclear packages via the Pacific Nuclear Transport Limited fleet. This procurement, classified under "Miscellaneous fabricated products and related items," is set within the broad geographical scope of locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and wider Europe. The tender, conducted through an open procedure, reached the award stage on 13th May 2025, with the contract to be executed from 2nd June 2025 to 29th May 2026. The procurement was suitable for SMEs and involved an anticipated budget between £850,000 and £950,000, with the awarded contract value standing at £861,788.06.

This procurement presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in fabrication work, particularly those classified as SMEs such as Oldham Engineering Ltd, the awarded supplier. The demand for precise engineering and onshore fabrication work within the nuclear transport sector opens avenues for companies with expertise in producing specialised transportation components. Businesses with capabilities in handling complex detailed designs and fulfilling a contract across multiple regions could benefit significantly from similar future tenders, leveraging the requirement for intricate, high-value manufacturing projects in a highly specialised industry. The open procedure ensures competitive participation, offering an equitable platform for businesses aiming to expand their footprints in the nuclear transport fabrication market.

## Notice

Nuclear Transport Solutions (NTS) is seeking to procure 8 adapter plates for safe transport of nuclear packages using its Pacific Nuclear Transport Limited (PNTL) fleet of ships. The adapter plates have been progressed to a detailed design and are ready to go to full fabrication. The full process is anticipated to take 12 months and will be delivered in 2 tranches.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d03ed57-fb39-4ae1-b11d-45d2b62ffd95 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2025 - 29 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £950,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £861,788 |
| 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 | INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES |
| 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 | OLDHAM ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 44400000 - Miscellaneous fabricated products and related items
- 45255400 - Fabrication work
- 45255420 - Onshore fabrication work

## Release History

- 13 May 2025 at 14:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d03ed57-fb39-4ae1-b11d-45d2b62ffd95

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d03ed57-fb39-4ae1-b11d-45d2b62ffd95
  13th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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