---
title: "Manipulator refurbishment for area, WEP and MEP"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-029a06"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE"
published: "2021-03-09"
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# Manipulator refurbishment for area, WEP and MEP

Buyer: CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-029a06

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Manipulator refurbishment for area, WEP and MEP" is being conducted by the CTM Portal for the NDA Shared Services Alliance. This project falls under the nuclear safety equipment industry category and is primarily focused on the refurbishment of three PaR Manipulators at the Sellafield site in the UK. Currently in the planning stage, the procurement method initiated is tender, with a total estimated value of £250,000. The future notice date for interested parties is set for 6 August 2021, indicating when more details will be available.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses specialised in nuclear safety equipment refurbishment and servicing. Companies with the capability to manage system refurbishments, particularly those with proven experience in PaR systems and related proprietary equipment, would be particularly suited to compete. Engaging in this tender could lead to significant business growth for firms capable of delivering the required refurbishments compatible with existing operational systems at Sellafield.

## 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 | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004757-2021 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 9 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 5 Aug 2021 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE |
| 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), TLD1 Cumbria, TLD11 West Cumbria |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35113210 - Nuclear safety equipment

## Release History

- 9 Mar 2021 at 18:10 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004757-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=13335&B=SELLAFIELD
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/3510
- https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/shared-services-alliance-ssa-for-nuclear-decommissioning-estate

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