Scope
Description
NTS is currently seeking to understand the capabilities of the market for the concept design of a high security vehicle (HSV). The HSV shall satisfy all road transport regulations including those relating to the safe transport of dangerous goods by road. In addition, the Security ISO containers shall be designed to satisfy use against modal regulations for road, rail and ship transport.
Total value (estimated)
- £110,000 excluding VAT
- £132,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 5 January 2026 to 31 March 2026
- 2 months, 27 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71300000 - Engineering services
- 45222300 - Engineering work for security installations
- 71320000 - Engineering design services
- 79933000 - Design support services
Engagement
Engagement deadline
3 November 2025
Engagement process description
This Request for Information seeks to understand the capability and capacity of the market for the design of a HSV, to further inform strategy development for future procurement. Responses received to this RFI will be used to inform NTS' understanding of the market and allow them to plan the future opportunity allowing sufficient time for manufacture to meet project deadlines.
Responses should be emailed to harry.spracklen@ntsglobal.uk by 03/11/2025, 11:00am
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
4 November 2025
Contracting authority
International Nuclear Services Limited
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PMQD-6637-QWGT
Hinton House, Risley
Warrington
WA3 6GR
United Kingdom
Contact name: Harry Spracklen
Email: harry.spracklen@ntsglobal.uk
Region: UKD61 - Warrington
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government