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title: "HNB - Non Destructive Testing Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05db66"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED"
published: "2026-04-22"
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# HNB - Non Destructive Testing Services

Buyer: NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05db66

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## Summary

The recent contracting process involves Nuclear Restoration Services Limited, a public authority operating within sub-central government based in Warrington, United Kingdom. This specific procurement titled "HNB - Non Destructive Testing Services" falls under the industry category of non-destructive testing services, associated with the transfer of Advanced Gas-Cooled Reactor sites, beginning with Hunterston B in spring 2026. The procurement stage of this contract is complete, with the contract period set to start from the 1st of April 2026 and potentially extending until the end of 2032. This direct award contract, with an initial term value of £127,000 and a gross value of £152,400, is established under the direct award method from EDF Energy Nuclear Generation Limited to Applus UK Limited due to the critical technical necessity and regulatory requirements associated with nuclear site operations.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for organisations specialising in non-destructive testing and services within the nuclear sector. As this is a direct award focusing on a particular technical capacity critical to safe nuclear operations, large businesses like Applus UK Limited, already established in such services, would be well-suited to compete. The transfer process is vital for businesses looking to expand their role and collaborate within the UK's nuclear decommissioning programme, ensuring compliance with high regulatory and environmental standards. The extended contract period and potential for renewal suggest opportunities for sustained business growth within the nuclear industry through partnerships with public sector authorities such as Nuclear Restoration Services.

## Notice

Non Destructive Testing Services at Hunterston B

### Procurement Information

As part of the UK's nuclear decommissioning programme, Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) will begin taking ownership of assets and the responsibility for the Advanced Gas-Cooled Reactor (AGR) sites from EDF Energy Nuclear Generation Limited (EDF). This transition, starting with Hunterston B in spring 2026, marks a key milestone in ensuring the continued safe, secure and cost-effective decommissioning of the UK's nuclear legacy. NRS is committed to transparency and collaboration throughout this transfer process, working closely with EDF, regulators and stakeholders to deliver a seamless transfer whilst maintaining the highest standards of regulatory, safety and environmental compliance. In line with this commitment, NRS therefore intends to make a direct award in accordance with Section 41 of the Procurement Act 2023 and wishes to advise that the existing EDF contract with Applus UK Limited, as detailed in this notice, is being novated to Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) as part of the AGR site transfer process. This is a direct award for the purposes of Procurement Act 2023 and is being made pursuant to Paragraph 6 of Schedule 5 to the Procurement Act 2023 NRS considers Paragraph 6 applies as the services provided by Applus UK Limited are critical to the ongoing operation of Hunterston B and it would create significant technical difficulties and unacceptable regulatory risks to NRS for another supplier to supply the Services at this time. Following completion of this novated contract, all future requirements will be progressed through NRS's established procurement processes and in continued compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23). Applus UK Limited is neither an excluded or excludable supplier. A Contract Award Notice and Contract Details Notice will follow in accordance with Procurement Act 2023. ** Please Note ** This is a framework, and will be called off as and when required.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036768-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,103,201 |
| Contracts value | £127,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active, Pending |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71632200 - Non-destructive testing services

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2026 at 15:01 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036768-2026
- 6 Nov 2025 at 11:40 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071569-2025
- 5 Nov 2025 at 17:38 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071424-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036768-2026
  22nd April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071569-2025
  6th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071424-2025
  5th November 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://applus.com/uk
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/nuclear-restoration-services
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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