---
title: "Manufacture of 200 litre Solids Waste Drums for the Dounreay Cementation Plant"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069694"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-12"
---

# Manufacture of 200 litre Solids Waste Drums for the Dounreay Cementation Plant

Buyer: NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069694

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## Summary

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited is initiating a procurement process for the "Manufacture of 200 litre Solids Waste Drums for the Dounreay Cementation Plant." This tender, currently at the Tender stage, seeks suppliers who can manufacture, inspect, test, and deliver 30 waste drums to the Dounreay site. The company's operations are based in Warrington, UK, with specific actions related to Dounreay. Interested parties need to submit their proposals by 4th June 2026. Notably, this is a below-threshold open competition, aligning with its value of £144,000 gross and focusing on goods procurement under the industry category of waste management equipment.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in manufacturing durable and high-quality waste drums, particularly those with previous experience in nuclear or hazardous waste management. SMEs and larger enterprises with capabilities in this niche, especially those with a track record of successfully navigating tender processes within the public sector, would find this an excellent avenue for growth. The contract period spans from 6th July to 28th October 2026, offering a significant project timeline for companies poised to deliver precision-engineered solutions efficiently.

## Notice

Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) Limited (Dounreay) requires a suitably qualified and experienced Supplier for the manufacture, inspection, testing and delivery to the Dounreay site of 30 of 200 litre Solids Waste Drums for the Dounreay Cementation Plant (DCP).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043419-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Jul 2026 - 28 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | £120,000 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44616200 - Waste drums

## Release History

- 12 May 2026 at 11:48 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043419-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043419-2026
  12th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- 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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