--- title: "Characterisatin Services Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e59e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e59e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e59e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e59e.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2025-04-30" --- # Characterisatin Services Framework Buyer: NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e59e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e59e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e59e.json) ## Summary The Nuclear Restoration Services Limited is seeking to establish a Characterisation Services Framework, focusing on waste analysis services, which falls under the industry category of services. The procurement process, currently at the tender update stage as of 30 April 2025, involves setting up a Framework Agreement to deliver characterisation services such as laboratory analysis and fingerprint services. The procurement is designed to support the requirements of Nuclear Restoration Services and potentially other NDA OpCos across the UK. The framework's maximum value could reach up to £20 million. Critical dates involved include an amended deadline for participation being set to 6 May 2025, with the second stage invitation date previously updated to 29 May 2025. Interested parties must register and search using reference C20416. This framework presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services, particularly those with experience in handling radioactive and hazardous waste. The procurement approach employs a restricted procedure, aiming for selective and qualified suppliers who meet rigorous criteria outlined in the procurement documents. Businesses with experience serving public sector contracts and those capable of delivering high-value, complex service frameworks would be ideally positioned to benefit from participating in this tender. The potential engagement in multi-lot arrangements also provides avenues for diverse service offerings and strategic partnerships within the nuclear restoration sector. ## Notice The Contracting authority seeks to conduct a procurement to establish a Framework Agreement for delivery of a range of characterisation services. It is anticipated that the Framework services include but are not limited to; laboratory analysis, fingerprint services and additional characterisation services, across up to 4 lots. Anticipated Framework is to support Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) requirements. Access to some NDA OpCos is also possible via multi provider lots, (whilst it is envisaged that usage outside of NRS will be limited) Maximum value range of up to PS13- PS20 million, however spend may not reach this range. Those wishing to access the associated tender documents and/or participate within the tender process should register their Organisation details at https://one-nda.force.com/s/Welcome and search under the procurement title or reference C20416 within the 'find opportunities' page. Please note that participation conditions apply to this tender process. Further details can be found within associated procurement documents. ### Lot Information Lot 1 - Analytical Laboratory Services Analytical Laboratory Services (excluding ILW samples requiring specialist facilities due to higher radioactivity levels) Renewal: Optional extension period Lot 2 - Fingerprint Services Fingerprint Services Renewal: Optional extension period Lot 3 - Laboratory Services Laboratory Services Renewal: Optional extension period Lot 4 - Additional Characterisation Services Additional Characterisation Services Renewal: Optional extension period ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006444-2025 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Apr 2025 | | Submission deadline | 7 Apr 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED | | Locality | WARRINGTON | | Post town | Warrington | | Postcode | WA3 6GR | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services - 71620000 - Analysis services - 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services - 71900000 - Laboratory services - 79723000 - Waste analysis services - 90520000 - Radioactive-, toxic-, medical- and hazardous waste services ## Release History - 30 Apr 2025 at 15:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006444-2025 - 30 Apr 2025 at 15:52 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018169-2025 - 7 Apr 2025 at 14:33 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013450-2025 ## Notice URLs - https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/Welcome - https://one-nda.force.com/s/Welcome - https://www.find-court-tribunal.service.gov.uk/courts/royal-courts-of-justice - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/nuclear-restoration-services ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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