---
title: "Low Level Waste (LLW) Vault External Backfill - Stage 3a"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cfec"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES LIMITED"
published: "2026-07-21"
---

# Low Level Waste (LLW) Vault External Backfill - Stage 3a

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

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by Nuclear Restoration Services Limited has concluded with the award of a contract titled "Low Level Waste (LLW) Vault External Backfill - Stage 3a." This falls under the works industry category and pertains to grouting work required in the United Kingdom, specifically at Dounreay. The procurement process was executed through a direct award method, classified as below threshold and without competition. The key dates include the contract's signing on 15 July 2026, with the active contract period extending from 20 July 2026 to 30 September 2026.

This tender opportunity supports business growth, particularly for companies specialising in construction and restoration services within the nuclear industry. Large-scale businesses similar to John Gunn & Sons Ltd, the awarded supplier, are well-suited to compete in such tenders due to the specialised nature of the work and the need for substantial resources. Engaging in such projects can enhance a company's portfolio, secure vital industry partnerships, and provide a steady stream of income from government contracts.

## Notice

A direct award contract has been awarded by Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) Limited (Dounreay) for the provision of Low Level Waste (LLW) Vault External Backfill - Stage 3a

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068730-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| 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 | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 19 Jul 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £28,182 |

## 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 | JOHN GUNN & SONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45262340 - Grouting work

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2026 at 13:07 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068730-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068730-2026
  21st 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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