--- title: "AGHS Refactor Size Reduction ROM" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064e87" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-064e87" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064e87.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064e87.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY" published: "2026-03-19" --- # AGHS Refactor Size Reduction ROM Buyer: UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064e87 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-064e87) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064e87.json) ## Summary The UK Atomic Energy Authority, located at Culham Science Centre, Oxfordshire, is progressing a procurement process titled "AGHS Refactor Size Reduction ROM". This initiative is in the Planning stage, seeking expertise in nuclear safety services and engineering design. The process aims to develop a Rough Order of Magnitude cost based on a Request for Information for an innovative off-site decommissioning solution. Interested suppliers are encouraged to engage with this process, with responses due by 24 April 2026. The contract, with a projected value of £250,000, is set to commence on 3 August 2026, concluding on 31 March 2027, providing ample opportunities for those involved in goods and services related to nuclear evaluation instruments and reactor construction. This tender represents significant potential for businesses specialising in nuclear safety services, engineering design, and relevant manufacturing sectors, particularly those looking to expand into the nuclear industry. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are deemed suitable for participation, indicating a favourable environment for smaller firms to gain traction and broaden their portfolio within public sector contracts. The procurement method includes market engagement, offering an avenue for suppliers to showcase their capabilities and innovate in nuclear decommissioning solutions. Businesses with a strong engineering background and a keen interest in cutting-edge nuclear technologies could significantly benefit from engaging with the UK Atomic Energy Authority's procurement process. ## Notice We are looking for suppliers to provide a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost based on this Request For Information (RFI) for an off-site decommissioning solution. Can we ask that, if you are interested, to reply please by 24th April. ### Planning Information Please complete and return the questionnaire attached. https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=102748&TID=100107959&B= ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025169-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Jul 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Aug 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £250,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY | | Locality | OXFORDSHIRE | | Post town | Oxford | | Postcode | OX14 3DB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC | | Local authority | South Oxfordshire | | Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams | | Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 42 - Industrial machinery - 45 - Construction work - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 38940000 - Nuclear evaluation instruments - 42150000 - Nuclear reactors and parts - 45251111 - Construction work for nuclear reactors - 71320000 - Engineering design services - 98113100 - Nuclear safety services ## Release History - 19 Mar 2026 at 13:16 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025169-2026 - 5 Mar 2026 at 11:15 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019815-2026 - 12 Feb 2026 at 09:30 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012685-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025169-2026 19th March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019815-2026 5th March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012685-2026 12th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=102748&TID=100107959&B= - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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