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title: "Sellafield PLC- DAMS Offline Feasibility Rig"
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# Sellafield PLC- DAMS Offline Feasibility Rig

Buyer: SELLAFIELD LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ba92a25e-a520-410e-8125-144a4684cb3d

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Sellafield PLC- DAMS Offline Feasibility Rig" has been facilitated by Sellafield Ltd, focusing on acquiring industrial process control equipment and remote-control equipment. This tender, classified under CPV code 38800000, involves supplying and delivering an offline test rig designed for compatibility with the MSSS systems using ABB software. The project's total value is £184,741 and its contracts cover the period from 12th January 2026 to 12th January 2027. Located in the North West region of the United Kingdom, the procurement followed a negotiated procedure without prior publication, indicating it was above the threshold. The tendering process reached its award stage with the contract awarded to ABB Ltd as of 12th January 2026.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses experienced in delivering complex engineering systems, especially those dealing with industrial process control equipment. Ideal candidates would be large enterprises or businesses with the technological capability and expertise to provide sophisticated control systems and testing services. As the system is expected to replace obsolete elements, it offers niche growth possibilities for businesses specializing in next-generation automation and control technologies. Engaging in this contract could enhance a company's portfolio in delivering cutting-edge industry solutions, potentially paving the way to additional opportunities within similar technical infrastructures.

## Notice

Supply and deliver an offline test rig replica of the existing online MSSS/ABB DAMS PES system installed in MSSS. The offline engineering system shall be based on 800xA System Version 6.1.1.1 which is a long time support version (LTS). Scope of Supply Summary: 1. Virtual Server Host 2. Thin Client 3. New suitable AC800M Controller and Ethernet IO interface cards 4. Cabinet 5. All the necessary software and Licences 6. System Engineering 7. Testing The test rig will enable the existing bespoke control systems applications responsible for running and monitoring of systems and processes within MSSS to be updated offline to the latest supported version of the ABB software which is required as the existing system is now obsolete and no longer supported - further, elements of the hardware are now obsolete and require the newer version of 800xA (6.1) software to operate. The rig will provide the equipment needed to carry out necessary testing to ensure the continued support and operation of the control system within MSSS.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7523e40f-d0b5-461e-bf15-05384fbcffe8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Jan 2026 - 12 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £184,741 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £184,714 |
| 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 | 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 | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ABB |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38800000 - Industrial process control equipment and remote-control equipment

## Release History

- 14 Jan 2026 at 09:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7523e40f-d0b5-461e-bf15-05384fbcffe8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7523e40f-d0b5-461e-bf15-05384fbcffe8
  14th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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