Services to support the National Rollout for establishing a waste management route for existing High Activity Sealed Sources (HASS) in the UK

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority is seeking a single supplier to establish a framework for the National Rollout of Operation Fieldfare, providing an end-to-end waste management solution for Caesium-137 High Activity Sealed Sources (HASS) located in irradiator units across the United Kingdom. The scope of work encompasses all necessary planning, site liaison, regulatory approvals, and the safe collection, dismantling, transport, interim storage, and processing of these sources. The final stage of the process involves the delivery of sources to an Authority-designated UK site, including Sellafield where applicable, ensuring full compliance with consignment documentation and safety requirements. The estimated contract value is 23,000,000 GBP excluding VAT, with a primary performance period from December 1, 2026, to November 30, 2029, and a potential extension through 2031. Award criteria are based on a weighted split of 25 percent for price and 75 percent for quality, with quality evaluations focusing on the delivery model, mobilisation, technical solution, and regulatory compliance. Suppliers must demonstrate strict adherence to ADR and CDG09 transport regulations, provide valid packaging licenses, and implement comprehensive safety and security protocols, including emergency response and staff training programs. Submissions are to be managed via the Atamis Supplier Portal.