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Metallic Waste Treatment Services Framework 2028

Description: Nuclear Waste Services (NWS), (the Client) through its Waste Services line of business, is procuring a Framework for metallic waste treatment on behalf of its Customers. A Customer is defined as any organisation that holds a Waste Services Contract (WSC) with the Client. The aim of the service is to provide access to Contractors with the capability of providing services for the lifecycle management of all wastes that are suitable for metallic waste treatment. Waste will originate from operations, decommissioning and demolition activities at NWS Customer Sites, and all material types suitable for treatment may be present. Contractors will be required to have knowledge and understanding across the full radioactive waste management lifecycle and the ability to operate and execute work and provide support at any stage of (read more...)

Summary: Nuclear Waste Services Limited plans to establish a framework for metallic waste treatment services through its Waste Services business, for organisations holding a Waste Services Contract with NWS. The work covers lifecycle management of wastes suitable for metallic treatment, including material arising from operational, decommissioning and demolition activities. Suppliers may need to handle different material types and support work at any stage of the radioactive waste management lifecycle. Delivery may take place at NWS customer sites, contractors’ sites, NWS sites or elsewhere when required. The service is intended to give NWS customers access to contractors able to treat metallic waste. Potential customers include public and private sector organisations with a Waste Services Contract with NWS.

Disposal System Science & Technology Framework

Description: Please note that as a Research & Development framework, this will be EXEMPT under Paragraph 22 of Schedule 2 to the Procurement Act 2023. The purpose of this notice is to make the market aware of this upcoming procurement, which is currently due for tender release in November 2026. This framework aims to provide comprehensive professional services support for the assessment of performance and deployment options for UK-relevant engineered barrier system components and the evolution of candidate material(s) and their configurations under repository conditions.

Summary: Nuclear Waste Services Limited plans to procure a framework for professional research and development services in nuclear waste disposal science and technology. The work is to assess the performance and deployment options of engineered barrier system components relevant to the UK, and how candidate materials and their configurations evolve under repository conditions. The services include research and experimental development and research laboratory work. The planned scope concerns the technical evidence needed to assess engineered barriers for a repository. Delivery is across the United Kingdom.

Bed Management Service - North Cumbria Integrated Care

Description: Via the use of a Competitive Flexible Procedure, North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust wish to enter into a contact with a suitably qualified provider for the Provision of a comprehensive Bed Management Service covering the maintenance, repair, decontamination, asset tracking, specialist rental equipment, lifecycle support and associated management services for beds, mattresses and related equipment across North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust sites. The proposed contract term is 5 years, with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years (5 + 1 + 1).

Summary: North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a comprehensive bed management service for beds, mattresses and related equipment across its sites in North Cumbria. The work covers maintenance and repair, decontamination, asset tracking, specialist equipment rental, lifecycle support and associated management services. This is a healthcare equipment maintenance and support service, rather than a purchase of beds alone. The delivery locations are the Trust’s sites in North Cumbria, including Carlisle.

Metallic Waste Treatment Services Framework 2028

Description: The provision of radioactive metallic waste treatment services. The service will provide a variety of treatment techniques for metallic waste in-line with Best Available Techniques (BAT) and the waste management hierarchy, providing a sustainable lifecycle approach to waste management.

Summary: Nuclear Waste Services Limited plans to establish a framework for metallic waste treatment services through its Waste Services business, for organisations holding a Waste Services Contract with NWS. The work covers lifecycle management of wastes suitable for metallic treatment, including material arising from operational, decommissioning and demolition activities. Suppliers may need to handle different material types and support work at any stage of the radioactive waste management lifecycle. Delivery may take place at NWS customer sites, contractors’ sites, NWS sites or elsewhere when required. The service is intended to give NWS customers access to contractors able to treat metallic waste. Potential customers include public and private sector organisations with a Waste Services Contract with NWS.

Children's Direct Payment Support Service

Description: Cumberland Council is procuring a Children's Direct Payment Support Service under the Procurement Act 2023 Light Touch Regime The Authority is commissioning a Service Provider to offer a Direct Payment Support Service on its behalf. The Service Provider is required to deliver support to all eligible families in receipt of Direct Payments. Families will have the choice over the support they wish to access, so not all families will necessarily access all categories of support at any given point, though their needs may change over time. The Service Provider shall help families get the most out of their Direct Payment by providing information and guidance on how Direct Payments can be used and also explain the family's responsibilities in relation to receiving Direct Payments including putting in place, (read more...)

Summary: Cumberland Council is buying a children’s Direct Payment Support Service for eligible children, young people and families who receive Direct Payments. The provider will support families to make effective use of their payments, offering information and guidance on permitted uses and on their responsibilities. This includes planning for and renewing indemnity insurance when employing a Personal Assistant, arranging and renewing the Assistant’s DBS check, keeping clear accounts of income and expenditure, and meeting statutory payment duties where applicable. Families choose which support they use, and their needs may change over time. The service is a social work and related service, delivered for families in Cumberland, in the North West of England.

Services to support the National Rollout for establishing a waste management route for existing High Activity Sealed Sources (HASS) in the UK

Description: Framework for the Provision of services to support the National Rollout for establishing a waste management route for existing High Activity Sealed Sources (HASS) in the UK. The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority is seeking to appoint a single supplier to support delivery of the National Rollout of Operation Fieldfare. The services comprise the safe, secure and compliant collection, dismantling, transport, interim storage, processing and return of Caesium-137 High Activity Sealed Sources contained within irradiator units located across the United Kingdom. The supplier will be required to provide an end-to-end waste management solution, including all necessary planning, site liaison, regulatory approvals, transport arrangements, source recovery, packaging, consignment documentation and delivery of sources to a UK site designated by the Authority, including Sellafield where applicable.

Summary: The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority is seeking a supplier to deliver the UK-wide rollout of a waste-management route for existing caesium-137 High Activity Sealed Sources (HASS) held in irradiator units. The service covers the safe collection and dismantling of irradiators, recovery and packaging of sources, transport, interim storage, processing and return. The supplier must provide an end-to-end solution, including planning, liaison with site operators, regulatory approvals, transport arrangements, consignment paperwork and delivery to a UK site designated by the Authority; Sellafield is one possible destination. This is specialist radioactive-waste collection, transport, storage and processing work, rather than a supply of equipment alone. The requirement applies across the United Kingdom and involves coordinating collections from irradiator locations with the Authority and relevant end users.

RFI - Resilient Connectivity for Locomotive Operations

Description: Nuclear Transport Solutions (NTS) is undertaking Pre-Market Engagement (PME) to inform its procurement strategy for resilient connectivity supporting locomotive operations. The primary purpose is to understand the supply market, available contracting routes, scope packaging, commercial models, indicative whole-life costs and supplier appetite for a future procurement. Please respond to the RFI via the Atamis portal: https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/Welcome

Summary: Direct Rail Services Limited is exploring resilient connectivity services to support locomotive operations for Nuclear Transport Solutions (NTS). The work sits across internet connectivity, railway transport support and railway equipment. The engagement is intended to help NTS understand what the supply market can provide and how a future service could be packaged and delivered. It concerns connectivity that can support reliable locomotive operations; suppliers in rail communications, telecommunications and associated railway support services may find the subject relevant. The procurement is being developed by Direct Rail Services Limited, with NTS undertaking the market engagement. The planned service relates to locomotive operations, although no delivery locations are identified in the published scope.

Telecare and Assistive Technology Service

Description: Cumberland Council is procuring a new Telecare and Assistive Technology Service under the Procurement Act 2023 and it is a Light Touch Service. Telecare and Assistive Technology (TEC) refers to a range of technology-enabled solutions designed to support people to live safely, independently and with greater confidence within their own homes and communities. TEC can include traditional telecare services such as personal alarms, falls detectors and monitoring services, as well as a wider range of assistive technologies including medication reminders, environmental sensors, GPS location devices, remote monitoring solutions and other digital technologies that help people manage risks, maintain independence and improve their overall wellbeing. Through the recommissioning of this service, the Council aims to strengthen its Technology Enabled Care offer, increase the use of preventative support, improve outcomes (read more...)

Summary: Cumberland Council plans to recommission its Telecare and Assistive Technology Service, a technology-enabled care service for people to live more safely and independently in their homes and communities. The service is intended to cover personal alarms, falls detectors and monitoring, alongside assistive technology such as medication reminders, environmental sensors, GPS devices and remote monitoring. It is also intended to support risk management, wellbeing and care delivery. The work combines equipment and digital solutions with service operations, including alarm monitoring, installation and maintenance of communications equipment, and health and social care services. Delivery is across Cumberland. The council wants technology-enabled care to become a core part of assessment, support planning and ongoing care.

FILM/AUDIO/VIDEO PRODUCTION (2027-2030)

Description: NWS requires an experienced agency of Film, Audio and Video Production with demonstrable credentials, which include evidence of previous work for high-profile clients in both the private and public sectors. The Contractor's staff will work with NWS and will bring a variety of skills and competencies within Film, Audio and Video Services. The team must be able to evidence experience from previous assignments and contracts. With direction from NWS' Creative Lead, the successful Contractor will assist with the development of film/audio production across the following deliverables, while adhering to NWS brand values, to the highest standard, on time and on budget. The successful Contractor shall provide a single point of contact, subject to NWS' regular review, for responding to NWS, picking up the scope and tracking and notifying (read more...)

Summary: Nuclear Waste Services Limited is seeking an agency to produce film, audio and video content supporting its work. Briefs may range from short concept films, social media stories and talking-head recordings to long-form explainers and documentary-style films. The contractor will develop productions with NWS, deliver files in required formats and resolutions, and manage revisions, approvals and secure archiving. The work includes accessibility provisions such as subtitles and, when required, English and Welsh voiceovers. Production may be delivered in-house or through subcontractors. The service is information film production (CPV 92111250). The requirement calls for access to production locations and studio facilities within commuting distance of both Cumbria and south-east England.

CCHA Fire Door Replacement Project 26/27

Description: Castles and Coasts Housing Association (CCHA) wishes to procure the services of a competent contractor to undertake the renewal of 350nr. fire doors across twenty-four of their general needs housing blocks as part of their planned compliance programme. All of the schemes are located in the Cumbria region, covering Cockermouth, Crosby Villa, Flimby, Keswick, Maryport, Papcastle, Wigton & Workington

Summary: Castles and Coasts Housing Association is procuring a contractor to replace 350 fire doors in 24 general-needs housing blocks as part of its planned compliance programme. This is a building works contract focused on fire-door renewal, with associated joinery and installation work. The blocks are in Cumbria, across Cockermouth, Crosby Villa, Flimby, Keswick, Maryport, Papcastle, Wigton and Workington. The association is the buyer for the project.