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DNWP008.154/LOT2/ROV Support

Sellafield Ltd

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Sellafield Ltd

Buyer Address: Birchwood Park Avenue, Warrington, WA3 6GR, GB

Contact Name: Mark Jacobson

Contact Email: mark.t.jacobson@sellafieldsites.com

Status
complete
Procedure
selective
Value
1800000.0 GBP
Published
14 Jan 2026, 13:10
Deadline
15 Dec 2025, 16:00
Contract Start
23 Dec 2025, 00:00
Contract End
25 Sep 2026, 22:59
Category
services
CPV
98391000 - Decommissioning services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
The Decommissioning Alliance
Official Source
Open Contracts Finder

Description

The objectives set out below determine TDA scope of work for 25/26 for Legacy ponds and silos 11FTE: • Support procurement of sufficient ROVs with ancillary equipment, to support the programme in 2025-26. • Supporting ROV, tooling and spares available through Sellafield stores M-coding system. • Continued development of ROV support for bulk sludge transfer from FGMSP • Development of methods for downsizing and removal of miscellaneous waste items from the pond and bays. • Maintenance of work and control areas in line with Sellafield standards and expectations on housekeeping. • Facilitating delivery of suitable training courses in a timely manner, for SL personnel to fill recognised skill gaps and reduce reliance on contractors. • Maintaining a dedicated ROV contractor team with adequate resources and equipment for delivery of service and capability in line with the requirements of Legacy Ponds • Developing communication links with stakeholders, other plants and facilities and assist on a case by case basis as agreed with the Head of Operations. • Continuing to research, innovate and exploit ROV opportunities to accelerate Legacy Ponds objectives. • The scope of the service within the Task Form relates to Legacy Ponds. • Piloting of ROV systems to support operations when requested from SL to support any shortfalls in resource. • A 40k pot of funds will be managed to support plant and equipment underpinned by SL Management

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