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title: "Dungeness Boilers Principal Designer"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e4bc"
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buyer: "NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED"
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# Dungeness Boilers Principal Designer

Buyer: NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e4bc

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## Summary

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited is currently seeking a main contractor for the role of Principal Designer as part of the Dungeness Boilers project, focused on the removal of boilers at the Dungeness A Site in the United Kingdom. This procurement is under the competitive flexible procedure, valued at £1.2 million gross, with a net value of £1 million. The industry category for this tender is 'works', specifically geared towards demolition, site preparation, and clearance work. The location of the work is in the region of UKJ. The tender process is at the 'tender' stage as of 2026, with the period for expressions of interest closing on 3rd February 2026 and an award date anticipated by 23rd April 2026. The contract is set to commence on 5th May 2026, with a potential end date by 2032, and optional renewals available. 

This opportunity presents a significant business growth avenue, particularly for those in the construction and demolition industries interested in large-scale infrastructure projects. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may find participation particularly suitable, according to the set suitability criteria. The main selection criteria focus on both technical expertise and pricing, emphasising the importance of quality work and social value. The provision to extend the contract up to three additional years further enhances future business prospects, while the nature of the project provides unique visibility and growth in a niche market. This project encourages interested parties to review and register via the supplier portal and requires thorough preparation to meet the technical specifications outlined in the tender documents.

## Notice

"The Consultant shall provide a competent Principal Designer service for the Project (Removal of Boilers at Dungeness A Site) to fulfil the Principal Designer Duties and responsibilities as laid out in the current CDM 2015 Regulations, and to support the Principal Contractor and NRS as Client in fulfilling their duties and responsibilities under CDM 2015. The overview of the role of the Consultant is to plan, manage, and monitor the Pre-Construction Phase, and co-ordinate construction health and safety during this phase to ensure that the project is carried out without risk to health and safety (as far as is reasonably practicable; it is not possible to ensure that construction work is carried out without risk)."

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Optional 1 + 1 + 1 years

### Planning Information

The purpose of this engagement is to identify suppliers with an interest in undertaking the role of Principal Designer under the CDM 2015 Regulations to support a Main Contract for the Removal of the Boilers at Dungeness A Site.
A copy of the scope of works is attached for further information.
It is intended to provide further information about the Project during a presentation to be held w/c 2 December 2025. The specific time and date is to be advised. NRS Ltd. will be seeking views from the supply chain to inform the Strategy before undertaking a Stage 1 – Participation Assessment of suppliers against conditions of participation exercise leading to a short list before then issuing the Stage 2 – Tender.
For suppliers interested in working with NRS on this Project, please send your contact details to Ben.bilton@nrservices.uk
To obtain further information, please go to Contracts Finder and search 'Principal Designer – Removal of Boilers at Dungeness A Site'. 
Please note that participation in this preliminary market engagement will not provide any commercial advantage or disadvantage and/or any commitment from NRS to engage with any subsequent procurement arising
Please see links to the Preliminary Market Engagement Document prepared by NRS and the Scope of work below:
https://atamis-2464.my.salesforce.com/sfc/p/#4L000000iAvz/a/Q2000009LhUb/BhQXB3TNnp0a7aj_KzdwqiMOpcPBPXBPZCkJfU1Jn38
https://atamis-2464.my.salesforce.com/sfc/p/#4L000000iAvz/a/Q2000009LhmL/.nZTmLbkHxZ8Em_tdLA1uyY3F.Lsf3HbOTO7ZxYFi38
Any challenges accessing these links please contact the above stated email.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000260-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 May 2026 - 4 May 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45111000 - Demolition, site preparation and clearance work

## Release History

- 5 Jan 2026 at 12:06 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000260-2026
- 19 Nov 2025 at 16:05 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075379-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000260-2026
  5th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075379-2025
  19th November 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://atamis-2464.my.salesforce.com/sfc/p/#4L000000iAvz/a/Q2000009LhUb/BhQXB3TNnp0a7aj_KzdwqiMOpcPBPXBPZCkJfU1Jn38
- https://atamis-2464.my.salesforce.com/sfc/p/#4L000000iAvz/a/Q2000009LhmL/.nZTmLbkHxZ8Em_tdLA1uyY3F.Lsf3HbOTO7ZxYFi38
- https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/nuclear-restoration-services
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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