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title: "Supply of Flask Spares Components (Seals, O Rings, Gaskets and Precision Machined Items, Paint)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02c638"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE"
published: "2021-07-09"
---

# Supply of Flask Spares Components (Seals, O Rings, Gaskets and Precision Machined Items, Paint)

Buyer: CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02c638

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the CTM Portal for the NDA Shared Services Alliance, which is seeking tenders for the "Supply of Flask Spares Components", including seals, O rings, gaskets, precision machined items, and paint. This project is classified under the goods category within the construction materials industry and is based in Sellafield, UK. Currently in the planning stage, this tender has an estimated value of £3,670,000. Key dates include a future notice date set for 30th July 2021. The procurement will be conducted using the tender initiation type as per the mandated legal basis.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in manufacturing and supplying construction components, especially those experienced in high-quality machining and adherence to stringent specifications. Companies that produce auxiliary construction products, particularly those in the nuclear sector or with capabilities in precision engineering, would be well-positioned to compete for one or more of the tender's four lots. Participation may also lead to long-term relationships with a critical buyer in the nuclear decommissioning field.

## Notice

Supply of Flask Spares Components (Seals, O Rings, Gaskets and Precision Machined Items, Paint) to the specified quality levels in order to maintain the safe transportation of fuel flasks between internal and external destinations.

### Lot Information

Seals, 'O' Rings and Gaskets

Supply of Flask Spares Components (Seals, O Rings, Gaskets and Precision Machined Items, Paint) to the specified quality levels in order to maintain the safe transportation of fuel flasks between internal and external destinations. Additional information: To be manufactures to SL specifications and drawings and comply with the requirements of SLM 4.06.02 CQR Manual. No part of the work shall be repaired, or spoilt work corrected without the prior written approval of Sellafield Ltd. The request for Sellafield Ltd approval shall state how the Flask Spare will be reworked and controlled e.g. approved Quality Plan or other agreed quality record.

Precision Machined Items

Supply of Flask Spares Components (Seals, O Rings, Gaskets and Precision Machined Items, Paint) to the specified quality levels in order to maintain the safe transportation of fuel flasks between internal and external destinations. Additional information: Any machining supplier must meet all specification requirements to tolerance and dimensional report requirements. Sellafield Quality Dept will work closely with any new supplier to develop supplier capability in relation to flask spares. The supplier must be quality assessed and meet the requirements of very high-risk components (QG01 as per SLM 4.06.02 Contract Quality Requirements Manual).

Screws and Bolts

Supply of Flask Spares Components (Seals, O Rings, Gaskets and Precision Machined Items, Paint) to the specified quality levels in order to maintain the safe transportation of fuel flasks between internal and external destinations. Additional information: To be manufactures to Sellafield specifications and drawings and shall comply with the requirements of SLM 4.06.02 CQR Manual. No part of the work shall be repaired, or spoilt work corrected without the prior written approval of Sellafield. The request for Sellafield approval shall state how the Flask Spare will be reworked and controlled e.g. approved Quality Plan or other agreed quality record.

Paints

Supply of Flask Spares Components (Seals, O Rings, Gaskets and Precision Machined Items, Paint) to the specified quality levels in order to maintain the safe transportation of fuel flasks between internal and external destinations. Additional information: Paints must be supplied to Sellafield Ltd specifications for flasks. Flask surfaces are painted with an epoxy-based paint and there is a seal made of viton. Steel (~99.9%), Viton (

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016070-2021 |
| 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 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 29 Jul 2021 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,670,000 |
| 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 | TLD1 Cumbria |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 44100000 - Construction materials and associated items
- 44400000 - Miscellaneous fabricated products and related items
- 44800000 - Paints, varnishes and mastics

## Release History

- 9 Jul 2021 at 11:42 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016070-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=13795&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

## Provenance

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