---
title: "Bulk Alkali Metals Treatment Concept, Scheme and Detail Design"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06979d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-13"
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# Bulk Alkali Metals Treatment Concept, Scheme and Detail Design

Buyer: NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06979d

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## Summary

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited is initiating a tender process titled "Bulk Alkali Metals Treatment Concept, Scheme and Detail Design", as part of its ongoing operations at the Dounreay Site in the United Kingdom. This public procurement, currently in the planning stage, is focused on engineering design services for a system to manage the disposal of alkali metals. The procurement falls under the broad industry category of services and follows an open procedure method. The contract is anticipated to start on 1st April 2027 and conclude by 30th March 2029, with the total estimated value being £9,000,000. Future communications about the tender process, including further notices, are expected by 2nd November 2026.

This tender offers excellent growth opportunities for businesses specialising in engineering design services, particularly those with experience in waste management and environmental services within the public sector. Companies that can provide innovative and sustainable design solutions are likely to benefit significantly, given the project's focus on environmental restoration and safety standards. The tender's substantial budget and the extended contract period provide a solid business opportunity, making it an attractive prospect for seasoned firms looking to expand their portfolios in the public sector.

## Notice

Design of a Treatment System for the Disposal of Alkali Metals at the Dounreay Site

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043879-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 2 Nov 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 30 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,500,000 |
| 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

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71320000 - Engineering design services

## Release History

- 13 May 2026 at 12:16 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043879-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043879-2026
  13th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/nuclear-restoration-services
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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