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title: "AWE-Mercury, Acids and Dump Driers"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES"
published: "2026-04-20"
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# AWE-Mercury, Acids and Dump Driers

Buyer: NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f9d0bab9-df12-4a99-b8a6-8e8639a60466

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## Summary

The procurement process for "AWE-Mercury, Acids and Dump Driers," managed by Nuclear Waste Services, focuses on the treatment and disposal of radioactive waste. This contract falls under the category of radioactive waste treatment services and is situated in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed is selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender reached its completion on 23rd March 2026, followed by the award made to Tradebe Inutec, effective from 1st June 2026, with the contract lasting until 1st June 2029. This stage of the procurement is currently in the award phase, with Nuclear Waste Services as the buyer organisation. The total contract value is £500,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in radioactive waste treatment and disposal. Companies with expertise in handling mercury, acids, and dump driers, and those familiar with framework agreement processes, are well-suited to benefit. Although not geared explicitly towards SMEs or VCSEs, the substantial contract duration and value could support business growth through sustained service provision. Organisations familiar with the regulatory requirements and operational protocols in the North West of the UK are ideally positioned to compete, with Tradebe Inutec already secured as the supplier.

## Notice

Further Competition awarded under NWS Treatment and Conditioning Framework for - treatment and disposal of AWE Mercury, Acid and Dump Driers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/577772a1-727e-429a-bdbd-12928da426b6 |
| 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 | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 1 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £500,000 |
| 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 | NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES |
| Locality | CALDERBRIDGE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA20 1DB |
| 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 | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TRADEBE INUTEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90521000 - Radioactive waste treatment services

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2026 at 13:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/577772a1-727e-429a-bdbd-12928da426b6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/577772a1-727e-429a-bdbd-12928da426b6
  20th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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