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University Interactions - NDA Research Portfolio - Single Supplier Framework

Description: The scope will include, but not limited to: 1 - Support to the development and delivery of NDA's University Research Programme. 2 - Establishment and management of contracts with Universities on behalf of the NDA. 3 - Monitoring the impact of the NDA's University R&D Strategy. 4 - Monitoring delivery of NDA's PhD portfolio, including industrial supervision of Phd stutents. 5 - Support to the communication of NDA's University Research Programme. 6 - Direct support of capability in targeted areas This procurement is looking to establish a single supplier framework for a maximum length of 4 years. (24+12+12 month term)

Summary: The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority is seeking a single supplier to support and manage its University Research Programme and wider university interactions. The service covers developing and delivering the programme, establishing and managing research contracts with universities, monitoring the impact of the NDA’s university research and PhD portfolio, providing industrial supervision for PhD students, supporting communications, and strengthening capability in targeted areas. This is a research and related consultancy service (CPV 73000000) delivered across the United Kingdom. The framework may also be used by Sellafield Ltd, Nuclear Waste Services Ltd, Nuclear Restoration Sites Ltd, International Nuclear Services Ltd and Direct Rail Services Ltd. It is structured as an open framework with one participant and covers the NDA’s civil nuclear decommissioning research needs.

James Rennie School at Bishop Harvey Goodwin School, Carlisle - Consultancy Services

Description: Cumberland Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced consultant to provide full multidisciplinary design and professional services (RIBA Stages 0-7) for the refurbishment and adaptation of available accommodation at Bishop Harvey Goodwin School. The anticipated contract value is estimated at PS150k based on a construction value of PS1.1million. The contract is anticipated to commence on 23rd November 2026 and will continue for a period of 2 years unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of Contract.

Summary: Cumberland Council is procuring multidisciplinary consultancy services for the refurbishment and adaptation of available accommodation at Bishop Harvey Goodwin School, Carlisle. The appointed consultant will provide full design and professional services across RIBA Stages 0 to 7, covering the project from strategic definition and preparation through design, construction and handover, together with post-completion services. The requirement is for architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services, including the design and professional input needed to adapt the school accommodation. The work will be delivered at the school in Carlisle. This is a public-sector education refurbishment project led by Cumberland Council, and is suitable for firms able to coordinate the full range of design and professional disciplines required for a school building project.

Prioritised Capital Maintenance - Corporate Properties Consultant Appointment 2026-2028

Description: Cumberland Council's Programme Management Office is seeking to appoint a single professional services provider (the "Consultant") with suitable architectural, building surveying, mechanical and electrical engineering, structural engineering and quantity surveying capability to facilitate the development, design, procurement and delivery of the Corporate Prioritised Capital Maintenance (PCM) Programme for the duration of the contract. Please note that the appointed service provider will provide the full array of services, this may be through a full in-house team or through the use of trusted partners to supplement the core in-house team The programme will comprise a range of condition-led maintenance and improvement projects across the Council's corporate property portfolio. Whilst the timing of works will be determined on a project-by-project basis, the Consultant shall be required to consider the operational requirements (read more...)

Summary: Cumberland Council is seeking one professional services provider to support its Prioritised Capital Maintenance Programme for corporate properties. The service covers the development, design, procurement and delivery of condition-led maintenance and improvement projects across the Council’s corporate property portfolio in Cumbria. The appointed consultant must provide architectural services, building surveying, mechanical and electrical engineering, structural engineering and quantity surveying. Projects will be planned individually, taking account of each property’s operational requirements and, where necessary, proposing delivery arrangements that minimise disruption to building users and public services. The full range of services may be delivered by an in-house team or by using trusted partners to supplement the core team. This is a services opportunity for a multidisciplinary property and capital works consultancy.

Supported Living Care and Support

Description: The tender is for the procurement of a provider or providers for up to seven people to meet supported living needs Accommodation and support is required within Cumberland The procurement of supported living services will enable the Council to meet assessed needs in the least restrictive setting, supporting independence and delivering improved outcomes for individuals.

Summary: Cumberland Council intends to procure supported living care and support for up to seven people with assessed supported living needs. The requirement covers accommodation together with the care and support needed to help individuals live as independently as possible, in the least restrictive setting and with improved personal outcomes. The service is classified as social work with accommodation. Delivery is required within Cumberland, and the council is considering appointing one provider or several providers to meet the requirement. This will suit organisations that provide supported accommodation alongside person-centred care and support, particularly for people whose needs have already been assessed by the council. The buying organisation is Cumberland Council, based in Carlisle.

Supply of HEPA Filters

Description: DETAILED DESIGN, MANUFACTURE, TEST, SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF HIGH EFFICIENCY PARTICULATE AIR (HEPA) FILTERS FOR USE IN RADIOACTIVE AND/OR TOXIC ATMOSPHERIC AIR OR INERT GAS HANDLING SYSTEMS This procurement is a collaborative procurement led by Sellafield Ltd on behalf of the NDA Operating Companies. The operating companies on this procurement are Sellafield Ltd, NWS (Magnox) and NWS (Dounreay).

Summary: Sellafield Ltd is leading a collaborative procurement for the detailed design, manufacture, testing, supply and delivery of high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters. The filters will be used in radioactive and/or toxic atmospheric-air or inert-gas handling systems, so the requirement is aimed at specialist manufacturers and suppliers of safety-critical air-filtration equipment rather than general industrial filter distributors. The participating operating companies are Sellafield Ltd, NWS (Magnox) and NWS (Dounreay). This is a goods supply requirement, classified as air filters (CPV 42514310). Delivery is associated with Sellafield in Cumbria, postal area CA20 1PG, and the wider North West of England. The buyer is Sellafield Ltd.

Grass Cutting Contract

Description: Provision of rural grass cutting in the Parish of Dalston including Village Greens, Common Land, Play Areas, Recreational Sports Field and Cemetery

Summary: Dalston Parish Council is procuring rural grass-cutting services across the Parish of Dalston, Carlisle. The work covers Village Greens, Common Land, play areas, a recreational sports field and a cemetery. It is divided into two service areas: general parish grass cutting for Village Greens, Common Land, play areas and the sports field; and cemetery maintenance involving grass cutting and hedge cutting. The buyer is Dalston Parish Council, and delivery is in Dalston and the surrounding parish in Cumbria. This is a grounds-maintenance services opportunity for contractors able to manage rural public spaces, recreational land and cemetery grounds. The requirement is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises, with participation reserved for SMEs and voluntary, community or social enterprises based in Cumbria.

NWS Independent Assurance Service

Description: The service shall provide confidence that all designs, construction activities, quality management processes and technical decisions are compliant with regulatory requirements, aligned with approved standards, and capable of delivering the required long-term environmental and operational performance of the Repository. The proposed Independent Assurance Services may support Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) across its wider business and repository-related demand, including but not limited to focusing on the activities at the LLW Repository near Drigg and the lifecycle of the Vault Optimisation & Capping Delivery (VOCD) Framework, which scope includes repository capping, adherence to regulatory guidance on landfill design and construction, use of Best Available Techniques etc. The Independent Assurance Services scope is not intended to be exclusive to the LLWR site and may extend to other NWS programmes, projects, assets (read more...)

Summary: Nuclear Waste Services Limited is planning an independent assurance service for its repository and wider programmes. The work will provide independent challenge, review, verification and certification across construction quality, technical design and programme delivery. The main functions are Construction Quality Assurance, including inspections, audits, materials and workmanship verification, testing evidence and validation reports; Technical Design Assurance, including design reviews, compliance and constructability assessments, engineering challenge and action close-out; and Critical Friend Assurance, including delivery strategy, governance, risk, benchmarking and key decision reviews. The service may support the Low Level Waste Repository near Drigg and the Vault Optimisation & Capping Delivery Framework, including repository capping and landfill design and construction. It may also extend to other Nuclear Waste Services programmes, assets and locations across the UK.

Public Footpath Surface Works - Harris Park Extension

Description: 1.1 The Authority Cockermouth Town Council is inviting competitive tenders for minor civil works to improve a public footpath section. Engineering drawings and technical specifications were prepared on behalf of the Town Council by Cumberland Council. 1.2 Purpose of Work The objective is to establish an accessible, surfaced route from Double Mills footbridge to the woodland section behind Dale View, Cockermouth. Currently, this missing link prevents access for pushchairs, wheelchairs, and less-mobile pedestrians. 1.3 Key Project Details * Design & Standards: Formulated via engineering drawings provided by Cumberland Council. * Target Start Date: February / March 2027 (Spring 2027) or before. * Contract Duration: Estimated 2 consecutive weeks. 2.1 Scope of Works The contractor will provide all plant, labour, and materials to execute the following sequence: 1. Site (read more...)

Summary: Cockermouth Town Council is procuring minor civil engineering works to create an accessible public footpath link in Harris Park, Cockermouth, from Double Mills footbridge to the woodland behind Dale View. The works are classified as footpath construction. The contractor must provide all labour, plant and materials, establish a secure temporary compound, close Footpath No. 223015 during construction, excavate a 50mm ground tray, install geotextile membrane and compact Type 1 sub-base and 0–6mm crushed aggregate surfacing. The scope also includes flush tie-ins to the existing macadam path and timber bridge, edge reinstatement and wildflower seeding. The work is beside the River Cocker, with narrow access from Dale View and specified flood and pollution controls. Cockermouth Town Council is the buying organisation.

Prioritised Capital Improvements Programme - School Properties 2026-28

Description: Cumberland Council, Programme Management Office is seeking to appoint two professional services providers, namely Architects, Building Surveyors, and Mechanical & Electrical Engineers to facilitate delivery of the schools prioritised capital improvements (PCI) programme for the financial year 2027/28. It is anticipated that much of the construction work will take place during periods of school holidays, primarily summer breaks. However, some work with agreement of the particular school may be able to be conducted through the live school environment which should be explored during the scoping phase of the commission. Each successful consultant will be distributed works into their individual programme; each will be balanced (where possible) based upon the number of projects and their respective estimated construction values. The Council holds all decisions relating to both programmes and (read more...)

Summary: Cumberland Council is procuring professional services to support its Prioritised Capital Improvements Programme for school properties. The requirement covers architectural services, building surveying, and mechanical and electrical engineering, including scoping and facilitating capital improvement projects through to delivery. The council intends to appoint two providers, with projects allocated between two programmes and balanced where possible by project numbers and estimated construction values. Construction work is expected mainly during school holidays, particularly summer breaks, although some projects may be delivered while schools are operating, subject to agreement with the individual school. The services are for school properties across Cumberland, in the North West of England. This is a services contract for architectural, construction, engineering and inspection work.

Cumbria Substance Use - Treatment Service

Description: This procurement is being conducted in accordance with the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) 2023 using the Competitive Process. Cumberland Council is acting as lead authority on behalf of both Cumberland Council and Westmorland and Furness Council to procure a contract for the provision of the Cumbria Substance Use; Treatment Service. The initial contract period is six years. The anticipated start date is 1st October 2027, and the initial period will end on 30th September 2033. Two optional extension periods of up to 24 months each are available. If both extensions are utilised, the contract will end on 30th September 2037. Use of these extensions is entirely at the discretion of the Council and will depend on both the success in achieving the required outcomes and the availability of (read more...)

Summary: Cumberland Council is procuring a county-wide substance use Treatment Service on behalf of Cumberland Council and Westmorland and Furness Council. The service will provide structured, clinically led interventions for people affected by drug and alcohol use, and their families, supporting treatment, recovery and continuity of care. Delivery will take place across Cumbria through Recovery Hubs in Carlisle, West Cumbria, Barrow-in-Furness, Penrith and Kendal, with outreach and in-reach provision for rural and seldom-heard communities. The provider will work with the Engagement and Recovery Support Service and wider system partners to deliver person-centred, stigma-free, recovery-oriented care. This is a public health and community health service, including addiction treatment and rehabilitation services, delivered across Cumbria.