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title: "STEP - DCO Management Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-046f83"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
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# STEP - DCO Management Services

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-046f83

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has recently completed the procurement process for the "STEP - DCO Management Services" contract, categorised under consultative engineering and construction services. This contract is significant within the services industry, specifically focused on managing the Development Consent Order (DCO) application process for the UKAEA's STEP programme, beginning from Q3 2024 and expected to continue until 2029. The procurement was executed through an open procedure with a contract value of GBP 8,500,000. The key milestones, including the tender period ending on 15th July 2024 and the subsequent award to Quod Limited, are critical for potential bidders to note, as the procurement stage has been completed and the contract is currently active. The services are set to be delivered at West Burton, with a focus on various engineering and planning activities.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in engineering consultancy, site development, and environmental planning to engage in high-value, long-term contracts within the UK public sector. The awarded contract to Quod Limited underlines the emphasis on quality, social value, and price, indicating that firms with robust capabilities in these areas are well-suited to compete. By securing such contracts, businesses can significantly enhance their portfolios, gain access to government projects, and establish long-term relationships with key public sector bodies like UKAEA, thereby fostering business growth and competitive advantage in the market.

## Notice

UKAEA STEP programme is looking to appoint a specialist DCO consultant to lead the DCO application process on behalf of the UKAEA, from preparation of the initial consultations starting in Q3 2024 right through the DCO award in 2029 (subject to future schedule revisions).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

UKAEA STEP programme is looking to appoint a specialist DCO consultant to lead the DCO application process on behalf of the UKAEA, from preparation of the initial consultations starting in Q3 2024 right through the DCO award in 2029 (subject to future schedule revisions).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029117-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,500,000 |
| Lots value | £8,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £8,500,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | ABINGDON |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX14 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | QUOD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 45111291 - Site-development work
- 71240000 - Architectural, engineering and planning services
- 71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services
- 71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services
- 71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services
- 71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services
- 71318000 - Advisory and consultative engineering services
- 71530000 - Construction consultancy services
- 90712000 - Environmental planning
- 90712100 - Urban environmental development planning

## Release History

- 11 Sep 2024 at 13:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029117-2024
- 12 Jun 2024 at 15:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018226-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=82259&B=UKAEA
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/72814
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority

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