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title: "Manipulator refurbishment for area, WEP and MEP Reference number: 35/09712.30"
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# Manipulator refurbishment for area, WEP and MEP Reference number: 35/09712.30

Buyer: SELLAFIELD  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ffa61958-8dbb-4a29-8a71-e922c68a2fe9

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Manipulator refurbishment for area, WEP and MEP" project is currently in the planning stage, led by Sellafield, a key organisation in the nuclear safety sector. This project, designated under reference number 35/09712.30, involves refurbishing three PaR Manipulators to enhance their operational capabilities for future missions. The engagement end date for interested parties is set for 23 March 2021. The procurement is classified under the CPV code 35113210, relating to nuclear safety equipment, and is located in the North West region of England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers specialising in refurbishment of nuclear safety equipment and those capable of demonstrating competency in system refurbishment activities. Businesses that focus on engineering services, particularly in the nuclear sector, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, suppliers with proven experience in similar project scopes, including equipment compatibility and performance warranty, may find this tender aligns with their business growth objectives.

## Notice

The aim of the PaR Manipulator refurbishment project is to refurbish 3 off PaR Manipulators currently in operation:3 PaR Manipulators are to be refurbished such that they can support future missions planned across the plants. The scope of the refurbishments covers the PaR Manipulators (including the connections to the OH crane), masts and associated cabling, the crane down-shop junction box, control desks, PaR Manipulators control panels and opportunities to interface with equipment such as size reduction tooling and in cell 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 and MEP PaR manipulators systems, consideration will only be given to parties whom can demonstrate competency to perform a system refurbishment activity for service and upgrade of PaR systems proprietary equipment and warrant for in cell operation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5d90575-cd70-4563-b21b-dea50479777a |
| 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 | 10 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 23 Mar 2021 |
| 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 | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35113210 - Nuclear safety equipment

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2021 at 07:22 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5d90575-cd70-4563-b21b-dea50479777a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5d90575-cd70-4563-b21b-dea50479777a
  10th March 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/shared-services-alliance-ssa-for-nuclear-decommissioning-estate

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