Scope
Reference
C25536
Description
Inspect, calculate and determine the structural integrity of the PFR Turbine Hall and SGB structural steel frames to close out ONR Actions. Provide a methodology for maintenance and repairs, if any, that are required to ensure both areas are suitable for continued use.
Total value (estimated)
- £440,000 excluding VAT
- £528,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 19 January 2026 to 25 September 2026
- 8 months, 7 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71328000 - Verification of load-bearing structure design services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
18 December 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
5 January 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
ATAMIS
Tenders may be submitted electronically
No
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
19 January 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical | ITT documents provided |
Quality | 60.00% |
| Commercial | ITT documents provided |
Cost | 30.00% |
| Social Value | ITT documents provided |
Quality | 10.00% |
Other information
Payment terms
The Commercial Model that will be utilised under the Contract is Option E (Cost reimbursable contract). This was deemed the most appropriate option, proportionate to the value of the Contract and the allocation of pricing risk, whilst eliminating alternative options including Option A (Priced contract with activity schedule) and even an Option C (Target contract with activity schedule), where the quantities of the required activities are not defined well enough within the specification for the tenderer to provide fixed activity prices.
The pricing model for tendering will comprise a model scenario based forecast where the various fee percentages are incorporated to provide a competitive total for assessment.
Description of risks to contract performance
There is a risk of unknown urgent repairs to steelwork that need to be carried out when opened for inspection.
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Nuclear Restoration Services Limited
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXPQ-2228-DGTY
Hinton House, Birchwood Park Avenue, Risley
Warrington
WA3 6GR
United Kingdom
Contact name: Jade Christie
Telephone: 01847 802486
Email: jade.christie@dounreay.nrservices.uk
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/nuclear-restoration-services
Region: UKD61 - Warrington
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government