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UKNNL - Fabrication, Machining, Associated Supplies and Services Open Framework

United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory(buyer)

Published
Published 10 November 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 8 December 2026 (25 days left)
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Overview

United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory is establishing an open framework for fabrication, machining, and associated supplies and services. The framework has an estimated total value of £15,000,000 and allows for fixed-cost or cost-reimbursable call-offs via quick quotes, mini-competitions, or direct award. Submissions are open until 8 December 2026.

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Lots (5)

  • Non-Nuclear Rig Fabrication and Machining

    This Lot is for Non-Nuclear Rig Fabrication and Machining. See Invitation to Tender for further information on Lot 1 and Procurement Specification Appendix A.

    £15,000,000

  • Nuclear Rig Fabrication

    This Lot is for Nuclear Rig Fabrication .See Invitation to Tender for further information on Lot 2 and Procurement Specification Appendix A.

    £15,000,000

  • Infrastructure Fabrication and Machining & Engineering Systems

    This Lot is for Infrastructure Fabrication and Machining & Engineering Systems. See Invitation to Tender for further information on Lot 3 and Procurement Specification Appendix A.

    £15,000,000

  • Associated Supplies, Products, Services & Technical Support

    This Lot is for Associated Supplies, Products, Services & Technical Support. See Invitation to Tender for further information on Lot 4 and Procurement Specification Appendix A.

    £15,000,000

  • Complex and/or High Value Rig Fabrication & Machining

    This Lot is for Complex and/or High Value Rig Fabrication & Machining. See Invitation to Tender for further information on Lot 5 and Procurement Specification Appendix A.

    £15,000,000

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Open for bids
Category
Works
Estimated value
£15,000,000
Procedure
Open procedure
Rules
Procurement Act 2023
Contract type
Framework agreement
SME suitable
Yes
Published
10 November 2026
Questions by
2 December 2026
Deadline
8 December 2026
Classification (CPV)
Pumps and compressorsFiltering apparatusAir filtersMetal-working machine toolsMiscellaneous special-purpose machineryWire rodsTanks, reservoirs, containers and pressure vesselsFabrication work+6 more

Competition and scoring criteria

Expected competition

4

Median bids on comparable tenders

Open and restricted tenders in Industrial machinery drew a median of 4 bids over the last 24 months; 15% received only one.

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Price 0% · Quality 100%

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Market context

Typical award in Industrial machinery

£125,783

Median of 1,944 awards in the last 24 months

United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory in the last 12 months

31

contracts awarded, worth £11,887,088 in total

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  1. Contract Notice

    10 November 2026

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