---
title: "Spares for Failed Process air compressor"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0509da"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SELLAFIELD LTD (WEST CUMBRIA HSE)"
published: "2025-04-30"
---

# Spares for Failed Process air compressor

Buyer: SELLAFIELD LTD (WEST CUMBRIA HSE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0509da

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## Summary

Sellafield Ltd, located at West Cumbria House in Workington, has completed the procurement process for the supply of spares for a failed process air compressor. The procurement falls under the 'goods' category and was conducted through a direct procurement method, below the threshold, allowing for procurement without competition. The tender was initially announced with a title "Spares for Failed Process Air Compressor," addressing the need for repair and replacement of various components within the compressor. The related contract is set to start on 14th May 2025 and conclude by 31st March 2026, following an award valued at approximately £146,741 GBP gross (£176,089.14 GBP including VAT). The procurement aligns with legislation under UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in air compressor spare parts and repair services. Companies with expertise in repairing high and low-pressure elements, replacing intercooler shells, and handling components contaminated with metal residues would find this contract particularly aligned with their capabilities. The procurement’s nature indicates a preference for agile businesses that can provide quick, high-quality service without the need for extensive competition processes. Suppliers already familiar with UK public procurement norms, and those with a strategic focus on the manufacturing sector involving compressors, should consider monitoring Sellafield Ltd’s future procurement activities for similar opportunities.

## Notice

Atlas Copco to carry out repairs to damaged Process air compressor, including replacement of High and Low pressure elements, provision of a new intercooler shell, clean out oilways and metal contaminated components, then recommission,

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017867-2025 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 13 May 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £146,740 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SELLAFIELD LTD (WEST CUMBRIA HSE) |
| Locality | WORKINGTON |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA14 4HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Harrington |
| Westminster constituency | Whitehaven and Workington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42123400 - Air compressors

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2025 at 09:43 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017867-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017867-2025
  30th April 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/sellafield-ltd
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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