---
title: "Delivery Partner services at the Dounreay Site"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068b9c"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-21"
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# Delivery Partner services at the Dounreay Site

Buyer: NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068b9c

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## Summary

The upcoming procurement process, initiated by Nuclear Restoration Services Limited, pertains to the provision of Delivery Partner services for the decommissioning of the Dounreay Shaft & Silo programme, located in Caithness, Scotland. This tender falls within the "works" industry category, specifically concerning engineering and construction works. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with the contract period scheduled from 1st May 2027 to 30th April 2036. A future notice is set to be published by 1st January 2027, and interested parties should note that a supplier webinar is planned for early May 2026. The legal framework guiding this tender is laid out under the Procurement Act 2023.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, specifically for organisations with expertise in engineering and construction, particularly those that can manage complex projects related to nuclear site decommissioning. The procurement process, which includes a financial scope of £40 million GBP, is particularly suitable for businesses able to supply the necessary technical capabilities and resources. Additionally, entities eligible under VCSE (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise) qualifications are encouraged to participate. With a nine-year contract duration, securing this contract could provide long-term stability and significant developmental prospects for the successful bidder.

## Notice

Delivery Partner services as related to the Dounreay Shaft & Silo programme

### Planning Information

NRS intends to hold a supplier webinar in early May 2026 to provide further high level information on the programme and potential Delivery Partner role. Below you can find a link to the word document that provided more information.
https://atamis-2464.my.salesforce.com/sfc/p/4L000000iAvz/a/Q200000BhIjL/kVb7ERe6EEZoCkGESsWs.ZJYzTm8kEOOGKWuP7ULo2g

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047129-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jan 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2027 - 30 Apr 2036 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 13:09 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047129-2026
- 21 May 2026 at 12:53 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047110-2026
- 27 Apr 2026 at 12:21 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038035-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047129-2026
  21st May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047110-2026
  21st May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038035-2026
  27th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://atamis-2464.my.salesforce.com/sfc/p/4L000000iAvz/a/Q200000BhIjL/kVb7ERe6EEZoCkGESsWs.ZJYzTm8kEOOGKWuP7ULo2g
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/nuclear-restoration-services
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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