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title: "Waste Container and Associated Services Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-043550"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES LIMITED"
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# Waste Container and Associated Services Framework

Buyer: NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-043550

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## Summary

Nuclear Waste Services Limited has completed the procurement process for the "Waste Container and Associated Services Framework," classified under CPV code 44613800 for containers for waste material. The framework is divided into four lots: Lot 1 for Transportable ISO Freight Waste Containers, Lot 2 for Manufacturing UN Approved Transportable Waste Drums, Lot 3 for the supply of Soft Sided Packages (SSPs), and Lot 4 for NOVAPAK spares and repairs. The entire framework is intended for multiple customers across the UK, particularly for those with Waste Services Contracts managed by Nuclear Waste Services. The contracts were awarded in September 2024 with significant amounts allocated per lot, and the procurement was conducted using an open procedure.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the manufacturing, logistics, and engineering sectors to secure contracts with a government-regulated entity. Companies specialising in the production and distribution of waste containers and related equipment, particularly those with expertise in handling radioactive materials, would be well-suited to compete. The awarded suppliers, including Smartlift Bulk Packaging Ltd, W.H. Davis Ltd, A W Stokes and Son (Drums) Ltd, and Bendalls Engineering Ltd, demonstrate the diverse capabilities required. Engaging in such frameworks can provide consistent and potentially long-term business growth, reinforcing a supplier’s market position within the nuclear waste management industry.

## Notice

Nuclear Waste Services has awarded contracts for the Waste Containers and Associated Services Framework which provides the provision of a fit-for-purpose, cost effective service providing access to different waste container types (Containers, UN Drums, Soft Sided Packages, NOVAPAKS), and associated services for all NWS customers with a Waste Services Contract.

Lot 1: Transportable ISO Freight Waste Containers (and associated equipment) 

Lot 2: Manufacturing UN Approved Transportable Waste Drums, design, supply and distribution of specific UN Approved drums for the transport of solid and liquid materials

Lot 3: The supply and distribution of Soft Sided Packages (SSP's) for use as a single transport disposal package

Lot 4: NOVAPAK spares and repairs - to manage and distribute a stock of strategic spares, provide capability to carry out repairs to the NOVAPAK fleet and provide a maintenance contingency for the NOVAPAK fleet

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Transportable ISO Freight Waste Containers (and associated equipment)

Lot 2

Manufacturing UN Approved Transportable Waste Drums, design, supply and distribution of specific UN Approved drums for the transport of solid and liquid materials

Lot 3

The supply and distribution of Soft Sided Packages (SSP's) for use as a single transport disposal package

Lot 4

NOVAPAK spares and repairs - to manage and distribute a stock of strategic spares, provide capability to carry out repairs to the NOVAPAK fleet and provide a maintenance contingency for the NOVAPAK fleet

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031343-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 1 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 6 Sep 2024 - 6 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,700,000 |
| Lots value | £14,700,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £14,740,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES LIMITED |
| Additional buyers | LLW REPOSITORY LTD TRADING AS NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES |
| Locality | CALDER BRIDGE |
| 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 | TLD1 Cumbria |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | A W STOKES AND SON (DRUMS; BENDALLS ENGINEERING; SMARTLIFT BULK PACKAGING; W.H.DAVIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 44613800 - Containers for waste material
- 90521500 - Packaging of radioactive waste

## Release History

- 1 Oct 2024 at 11:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031343-2024
- 6 Feb 2024 at 14:49 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003908-2024
- 30 Jan 2024 at 10:51 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003024-2024
- 29 Jan 2024 at 11:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002886-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.awsdrums.co.uk
- http://www.bendalls.co.uk
- http://www.smartliftbulkpackaging.co.uk
- http://www.whdavis.co.uk
- https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.find-court-tribunal.service.gov.uk/courts/royal-courts-of-justice
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/nuclear-waste-services/about

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