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title: "PINI Repurposing Project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06933a"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-05-07"
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# PINI Repurposing Project

Buyer: UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06933a

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## Summary

The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has initiated the planning stage for the "PINI Repurposing Project." This procurement process, focused on acquiring specialist freight containers, falls under the category of goods within the nuclear industry. The containers are necessary for shipping activated and contaminated equipment to a nuclear laboratory in China. The project, based in Oxfordshire, UK, will be open for market engagement until 21st May 2026, with a subsequent communication expected on 29th May. The procurement process will adhere to the United Kingdom's legal framework, aiming to meet both air and sea freight international standards. The total estimated value for this tender is between GBP 200,000 and GBP 240,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the manufacturing and transportation of nuclear waste containers, particularly those focusing on SMEs. With an availability for engagement and addressing market needs, companies with experience in producing containers adhering to international freight standards will find this project particularly beneficial. There is a niche opportunity for growth within the nuclear freight market, and businesses venturing into innovative containment solutions are well-placed to compete effectively in this tender.

## Notice

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is seeking to engage with potential suppliers regarding specialist freight containers to ship activated and contaminated equipment to a nuclear laboratory in China. The freight containers are required to meet international standards and permit shipping by either air or sea freight. Further information of the project can be found by downloading the market engagement document which also contains a questionnaire. Responses are requested via uk.eu-supply.com under Quote ID 100110409 only by Thursday 21 May 2026 @ 12:00 BST.

### Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=105270&TID=100110409&B=

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041867-2026 |
| 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 | 7 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 29 May 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Jun 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| 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 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 44619000 - Other containers
- 44619300 - Crates
- 90521420 - Transportation of intermediate level nuclear waste
- 90521520 - Packaging of intermediate level nuclear waste

## Release History

- 7 May 2026 at 11:31 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041867-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041867-2026
  7th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=105270&TID=100110409&B=
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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