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title: "DNWP013.165/LOT2/PFSP Pond Preparation"
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# DNWP013.165/LOT2/PFSP Pond Preparation

Buyer: SELLAFIELD LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b19cad96-ef5b-4d65-abf0-6abab2f36aa1

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## Summary

This public procurement contract, awarded by Sellafield Ltd, involves decommissioning services under the project title "DNWP013.165/LOT2/PFSP Pond Preparation". The project covers various tasks such as bays reconfiguration and management of hydraulic isolation studies, with a contract value of £1,070,597.73. The procurement process was conducted via a selective method under a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement has progressed to the "Award" stage, with the contract period running from 19th December 2025 to 31st March 2027. The local activities are planned to occur around Sellafield and possibly extend to locations within the United Kingdom and beyond.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in decommissioning and related services. Companies with capabilities in engineering, construction, and project management are well-suited to bolster their portfolios by participating in similar tenders. The engagement of SQEP Core Team Members suggests the need for skilled personnel to support detailed project aspects, offering a robust platform for SMEs or newer entrants to demonstrate proficiency and competitiveness within the procurement framework established by Sellafield Ltd.

## Notice

The provision of SQEP Core Team Members to manage works to the following areas of work: * Bays Reconfiguration Project * Micro digger 04 * Acoustic Backscatter Unit * Hydraulic Isolation & Water Level Management Study * Residual Fuel Exports * South Tent Lighting * Sealed Containers * Future Diving Enabling * Sludge Capability * Interim State Learning o Hydraulic Isolation & Water Level Management Study - Bays 11 & 12 o Fixatives and Shielding * Programme, Project, Commercial, Engineering and Construction Support to future projects. The Core Team will be involved in developing the scope for individual work packs, provide cost/schedule estimates to support sanctioning process and support general contract administration from to 30th September 2026. As the works progress, the scope will evolve/mature into an agreed work scope from which the Contractor may be requested to deliver via compensation events. Part 0 - Contract Specific Requirements

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34759760-3129-498e-b51b-034708245953 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 19 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,070,597 |
| 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 LTD |
| Locality | WHITEHAVEN |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA28 7XY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Bransty |
| Westminster constituency | Whitehaven and Workington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE DECOMMISSIONING ALLIANCE II |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98391000 - Decommissioning services

## Release History

- 8 Jan 2026 at 15:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34759760-3129-498e-b51b-034708245953

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34759760-3129-498e-b51b-034708245953
  8th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/687848c2-f2e2-4638-9110-fd8b6f6c47af
  PO 4510482066 - 013.165 PFSP Pond Preparation signed

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