---
title: "Crane rope replacement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c913"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SELLAFIELD LIMITED"
published: "2026-07-13"
---

# Crane rope replacement

Buyer: SELLAFIELD LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c913

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## Summary

The procurement process facilitated by Sellafield Limited, a public authority in the sub-central government sector, involved a contract titled "Crane rope replacement." The contract, tagged under the services industry category of "Repair and maintenance services of cranes," focused on the replacement of a crane auxiliary hoist rope due to a Category A defect. This project also required repair visits and emission tests for welders as part of the maintenance schedule. The procurement method employed was direct, conducted below the threshold without competition. The contract was awarded to Wellman Booth, with key activities designed to take place in Warrington, UK. The contract period started on 31st March 2026 and is set to end on 31st July 2027.

The completion of this contract serves as an important opportunity for businesses specializing in crane maintenance and repair services to explore potential collaboration opportunities with large-scale operations like Sellafield Limited. Businesses capable of providing specialised maintenance and testing services, particularly with expertise in handling Category A defects, would find this contract profitable and a significant step towards expanding their portfolio. Although the process was conducted without competition, firms aiming to enhance their market visibility in the public sector may benefit from staying informed about similar procurement opportunities in the future.

## Notice

Replace of the Crane Auxiliary Hoist rope following a Category A Defect being identified. Repair visits will also be required throughout the year to support the welder breakdowns. Each welder will receive an emission test as part of the maintenance schedule & certification will be provided when the Welder has passed.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065408-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

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

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £53,055 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SELLAFIELD 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WELLMAN BOOTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50531400 - Repair and maintenance services of cranes

## Release History

- 13 Jul 2026 at 07:32 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065408-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065408-2026
  13th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/sellafield-ltd
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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