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Fabrication and Machining Framework

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Deadline
3 days left
March 30, 2026
Contract Details
Category
Other
Reference
022527-2026
Value
£12,000,000
Location
North East England, United Kingdom
Published
March 19, 2026
CPV Code
Project Timeline

Tender Published

March 12, 2026

Deadline for Questions

March 23, 2026

Submission Deadline

March 30, 2026

Contract Start Date

August 20, 2026

Budget
£12,000,000
Duration
36 months
Location
North East England
Type
Other
75
Quality Score/100
Good

Original Tender Description

United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory is undertaking pre-market engagement to inform the development of a Fabrication and Machining framework, structured as a multi-lot arrangement to support both nuclear and non-nuclear requirements. The framework is intended to provide access to suitably qualified suppliers, capable of delivering a range of fabrication and machining services, which may include (but are not limited to): - precision machining; - coded welding; - specialist fabrication; - component manufacture; - repair and modification activities; - associated quality, inspection and documentation services.

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Requirements & Qualifications

10 requirements across 5 categories

Submission (1)
Mandatory (1)
Compliance (1)
Technical (6)
Financial (1)
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS1
--[No specific submission requirements detailed in the provided text]
MANDATORY EXCLUSION GROUNDS1
--[No specific mandatory exclusion grounds detailed in the provided text]
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS1
--[No specific eligibility requirements detailed in the provided text]
TECHNICAL CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS6
--Capability to deliver precision machining.
--Capability to deliver coded welding.
--Capability to deliver specialist fabrication.
FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS1
--[No specific financial requirements detailed in the provided text]

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75
Good

Tender Quality Score

This pre-market engagement notice for a Fabrication and Machining Framework demonstrates good clarity and fairness, but lacks detail on specific requirements and submission processes, impacting completeness and practicality.

Score Breakdown

Legal Compliance75/100

The notice is in a planning stage, indicating it is not yet a formal procurement. The CPV code is provided, and the organization is clearly identified. Deadlines are present, though the submission deadline is noted as potentially short. There are no immediate legal red flags based on the provided information, but formal compliance will depend on the subsequent tender documents.

Clarity80/100

The description of the framework and the intended services is clear and well-articulated. The use of bullet points for potential services enhances readability. The technical capabilities are listed, providing a good understanding of the scope.

Completeness70/100

While the basic information, estimated value, and duration are specified, crucial details like mandatory exclusion grounds, eligibility criteria, financial requirements, and specific submission requirements are not detailed in this pre-market notice. The lack of content in attached documents also limits completeness.

Missing mandatory exclusion grounds
Missing eligibility requirements
Fairness85/100

The framework is structured as a multi-lot arrangement, which generally promotes fairness by allowing for specialization. The estimated value is disclosed, and the criteria, while not fully detailed, are expected to be objective. The pre-market engagement itself suggests an effort to gather broad supplier input.

Practicality65/100

The primary drawback to practicality is the lack of information regarding e-submission methods and the absence of specific document URLs for access. While a contract start date is provided, the readiness for practical application is hindered by missing procedural details.

No e-submission specified
Missing document URL
Data Consistency90/100

Key fields such as title, reference, organization, value, duration, and contract start date are consistently populated. There are no reported disputes or suspensions. The dates provided are logical within the context of a planning notice.

Sustainability50/100

There is no explicit mention of green procurement, social aspects, or innovation within the provided information. The notice does not indicate if the procurement is EU funded, which is a significant absence for sustainability considerations.

Not green procurement
No social criteria

Strengths

Clear description of services
Well-defined CPV code
Disclosure of estimated value and duration
Pre-market engagement approach

Concerns

Lack of detailed exclusion, eligibility, and financial requirements
Absence of specific submission procedures and e-submission details
No sustainability or innovation criteria mentioned

Recommendations

1. Provide detailed mandatory exclusion grounds, eligibility, and financial requirements in subsequent documents.
2. Specify the e-submission process and provide direct links to all tender documentation.
3. Incorporate and clearly state sustainability and innovation objectives.

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