Scope
Reference
C27580
Description
Procurement of two complete predator arm manipulators for PFCS. One manipulator will be installed as soon as it is received with the other being held locally for instant rotation and replacement once the working asset has failed or observed to be leaking again.
Contract 1. PFCS HKM Predator Arm Units
Suppliers
Supplier not yet selected
Contract value
- £654,840 excluding VAT
- £785,808 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Earliest date the contract will be signed
25 September 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 26 September 2025 to 11 March 2026
- 5 months, 16 days
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery
Other information
Description of risks to contract performance
none
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Direct award justification
Single supplier - technical reasons
The Predator Housekeeping Manipulator is a Single Point Vulnerability in the PFCS retrievals process. The current operational manipulator within the facility is operating with a leak which is gradually getting worse over time. Repair in situ isn't possible due to the constraints and local rules of the area. Full strip down, investigation and refurbishment is required but this will cause considerable downtime to the facility and impact Key Target 5. Along with increasing the dose rate for all personnel doing the intrusive work. This DAR supports an ALARP modular replacement strategy.
Contracting authority
Sellafield Limited
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWYP-8439-MZWY
Hinton House, Birchwood Park Avenue
Warrington
WA3 6GR
United Kingdom
Email: lesley.iley@sellafieldsites.com
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/sellafield-ltd
Region: UKD61 - Warrington
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government