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title: "Fabrication and Machining Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-031f61"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY"
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# Fabrication and Machining Framework

Buyer: NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-031f61

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## Summary

The National Nuclear Laboratory is overseeing a completed procurement process titled "Fabrication and Machining Framework," focused on the fabrication work industry category. This multi-lot framework agreement aims to provide a compliant route to market for Fabrication and Machining Services in both nuclear and non-nuclear facilities across the UK. The procurement method used is an open procedure, covered under the GPA. Key dates include the awarding of contracts on 25 September 2023, with the process classified under CPV id 45255400. The main contracting authority is based in Warrington, UK.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in fabrication and machining services, especially in the nuclear and non-nuclear sectors. SMEs such as Graham Engineering Limited, Penny Hydraulics Limited, and NT Precision Limited have already secured contracts, demonstrating the scope for growth and collaboration. Businesses with capabilities in manufacturing experimental rigs, nuclear infrastructure, and HVAC systems are well-suited to compete in this framework. The involvement in such large-scale and technically demanding projects can bolster business portfolios and increase market credibility.

## Notice

Multi-Lot framework agreement to provide a compliant route to market for Fabrication and Machining Services for Nuclear and Non-Nuclear facilities.

### Lot Information

Non-Nuclear Rig Fabrication Machining

Fabrication and machining (manufacture) of experimental rigs to go into non-nuclear facilities.

Nuclear Rig Fabrication Machining

Fabrication and machining (manufacture) of equipment to go into nuclear facilities.

Nuclear Infrastructure Fabrication Machining

Design or design and build or modification of: HVAC systems; b) Containment equipment (glove boxes and fumehoods); Mechanical Handling and Machinery Fabrication and Machining.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027429-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Apr 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Sep 2023 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,000,000 |
| Lots value | £4,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £4,000,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY |
| Locality | WARRINGTON |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA3 6AE |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | CARR'S ENGINEERING LIMITED T/A BENDALLS ENGINEERING; GRAHAM ENGINEERING; NT PRECISION LIMITED C/O SAINT AND; OLDHAM ENGINEERING; PENNY HYDRAULICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 42150000 - Nuclear reactors and parts
- 42151000 - Nuclear reactors
- 42152000 - Parts of nuclear reactors
- 42152200 - Parts of nuclear-reactor vessels
- 42512300 - HVAC packages
- 45255400 - Fabrication work
- 45262670 - Metalworking

## Release History

- 28 Aug 2024 at 12:19 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027429-2024
- 8 Mar 2022 at 16:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006344-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.justice.gov.uk
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=15565&B=SELLAFIELD
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/124934
- https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/shared-services-alliance-ssa-for-nuclear-decommissioning-estate
- https://www.nnl.co.uk
- https://www.nnl.co.uk/

## Provenance

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