--- title: "Provision to Design a Secure ISO Container & Tie Down" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d32b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d32b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d32b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d32b.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2026-01-06" --- # Provision to Design a Secure ISO Container & Tie Down Buyer: INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d32b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d32b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d32b.json) ## Summary International Nuclear Services Limited is overseeing a significant procurement process titled "Provision to Design a Secure ISO Container & Tie Down," within the engineering services industry. The project, based in Warrington, UK, seeks to meet Category II security requirements for transport by designing a secure ISO container with an integrated tie-down system, valued at £200,000. This tender, currently at the award stage, operates under an open procedure, allowing thorough competition within clearly defined terms. Potential participants should note that the enquiry period closes on 12th January 2026, followed by the tender period ending on 29th January 2026, with the contract expected to commence on 16th February 2026 and conclude by 3rd June 2026. This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses involved in engineering services, particularly those with expertise in security installations and transport designs. The project welcomes participation from SMEs and VCSEs, highlighting a commitment to diverse supplier engagement. Businesses equipped with experience in technical knowledge, previous similar project experience, and testing abilities would find this avenue promising for growth. A financial standing with a minimum D&B Risk Rating of 2 is required, ensuring economic stability from contenders. Given the open nature of the procurement method and the focus on quality and technical proficiency, enterprises that can offer competitive pricing alongside high-quality solutions will find this project a compelling opportunity to expand their service offerings in a pivotal sector. ## Notice To meet Category II security requirements during transport it is assumed a Secure ISO Container is required as the conveyance for PEGASUS. An integrated tie-down system shall be required to facilitate loading and securing of PEGASUS in the Secure ISO Container. ### Planning Information This Request for Information seeks to understand the capability and capacity of the market for the design of a HSV, to further inform strategy development for future procurement. Responses received to this RFI will be used to inform NTS’ understanding of the market and allow them to plan the future opportunity allowing sufficient time for manufacture to meet project deadlines. Responses should be emailed to harry.spracklen@ntsglobal.uk by 03/11/2025, 11:00am ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000814-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | 4 Nov 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 16 Feb 2026 - 3 Jun 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £200,000 | | Lots value | £200,000 | | 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 | INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR 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 ### Codes - 71300000 - Engineering services ## Release History - 6 Jan 2026 at 16:25 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000814-2026 - 5 Dec 2025 at 11:48 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080080-2025 - 24 Oct 2025 at 10:05 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068103-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000814-2026 6th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080080-2025 5th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068103-2025 24th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/Welcome - https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/WelcomeReferenceC28678 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.nucleartransportsolutions.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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