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title: "Early Works - Civils"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069fa7"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "GREAT BRITISH ENERGY - NUCLEAR"
published: "2026-05-21"
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# Early Works - Civils

Buyer: GREAT BRITISH ENERGY - NUCLEAR  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069fa7

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## Summary

The procurement process announced by Great British Energy - Nuclear focuses on "Early Works - Civils", targeting the construction industry and located in the United Kingdom. This planned procurement, part of a sub-central government initiative, is in the planning update stage as of 21 May 2026. The process involves key civil works to prepare a site for major construction activities and is governed by the legal framework UKPGA 2023/54. The projected commencement for the contract is 1 April 2028, with its conclusion anticipated on 1 November 2031, having the potential for extension until 1 September 2033. The procurement method is a competitive flexible procedure, with a significant investment estimated between £65 million and £130 million, and a forthcoming notice expected on 1 March 2027.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the construction sector, particularly those specialised in civil engineering and infrastructure development. Companies equipped to handle early-stage civil works, site establishment, and utilities construction can benefit significantly from engaging in this project. The contract is suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), allowing them to showcase their capabilities in delivering complex infrastructure projects. By participating, businesses could potentially strengthen their portfolios and expand their presence in the public sector market.

## Notice

This work package covers key enabling activities required to prepare the site for main construction. It includes early-stage civil works such as site establishment, construction utilities, and supporting infrastructure--such as drainage.Together, these early works provide the foundational physical platform needed to de-risk, mobilise, and accelerate the main works programme. Value range: PS65m-PS130m

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047290-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Mar 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2028 - 1 Nov 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | GREAT BRITISH ENERGY - NUCLEAR |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2EG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 43000000 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment
- 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 14:50 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047290-2026
- 21 May 2026 at 14:40 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047272-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047290-2026
  21st May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047272-2026
  21st May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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