---
title: "Linc Opportunity 36 - Shaft Large Items Retrievals"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cb41"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED"
published: "2026-07-14"
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# Linc Opportunity 36 - Shaft Large Items Retrievals

Buyer: NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cb41

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## Summary

The procurement process, carried out by Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (Dounreay), involves the retrieval of large items from a shaft, titled "Linc Opportunity 36 - Shaft Large Items Retrievals." It is categorised under engineering services, and the contract phase has been completed, with Penny Engineering Ltd, an SME from Chesterfield, as the selected supplier. The procurement method was limited, below the threshold, indicating a restricted competition framework. The contract began on 5 February 2026 and concluded on 26 April 2026, with possible extensions due to program updates. The contract value is £82,117, with a possible maximum extension until 10 September 2026. The buying organization's headquarters is located in Warrington, UK, and serves as a public authority in the sub-central government sector.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in engineering services, particularly those capable of handling large-scale retrieval operations. SMEs like Penny Engineering Ltd stand to benefit significantly, as they can leverage such contracts to expand their service offerings and enhance their market reputation within the industry. Firms with expertise in managing complex engineering projects and familiarity with government procurement processes would be well-suited to compete in similar future opportunities. The procurement process, emphasising restricted competition, suggests that businesses with specialised capabilities have a fair advantage.

## Notice

A competitive contract has been awarded by Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (Dounreay) for Shaft Large Item Retrivals.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066406-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 5 Feb 2026 - 26 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £82,117 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PENNY ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71300000 - Engineering services

## Release History

- 14 Jul 2026 at 15:09 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066406-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066406-2026
  14th July 2026 - Contract details 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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