---
title: "Prototype Fast Reactor Ventilation Ductwork Manufacture"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0677a5"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED"
published: "2026-07-22"
---

# Prototype Fast Reactor Ventilation Ductwork Manufacture

Buyer: NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0677a5

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## Summary

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited, a sub-central government public authority based in Warrington, United Kingdom, has concluded the procurement process for the "Prototype Fast Reactor Ventilation Ductwork Manufacture." The contract, awarded on 20th July 2026, involves the fabrication and upgrade of ventilation ductwork. Conducted under an open procedure, this procurement in the goods category had a bidding phase that accommodated six final bids, all from SMEs. The contract value is £625,889.34 gross, and work is scheduled from 4th August 2026 to 7th June 2027, with a potential extension post-September 2027 contingent on compensation events. This procurement process follows the legal framework outlined by the UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in mechanical engineering installation and ventilation ducting, as detailed under CPV classifications 39563530 and 45351000. SMEs are particularly well-positioned to leverage this opportunity due to the open procurement method and explicit SME suitability noted in the criteria. With a focus on technical ability and social value, businesses with strengths in these areas can achieve growth and expand their portfolio through participation. The project not only promises financial returns but also enables participants to strengthen credentials within the public sector through compliance with strict procurement standards.

## Notice

The Manufacture of Prototype Fast Reactor Ventilation Ductwork Manufacture

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068975-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Aug 2026 - 7 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £420,200 |
| Lots value | £420,200 |
| Awards value | £521,574 |
| 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 | 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 | GOW'S LYBSTER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 39563530 - Ventilation ducting
- 45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2026 at 08:36 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068975-2026
- 21 Apr 2026 at 13:34 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036161-2026
- 30 Mar 2026 at 10:54 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029015-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068975-2026
  22nd July 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036161-2026
  21st April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029015-2026
  30th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gows.co.uk
- 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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