Open Framework for Nuclear Technical Services

UKNNL would like to invite suppliers to apply to join a new Open Framework to support with the supply of Nuclear Technical Services for the United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory. A Pre-Market Engagement Notice reference: ocds-h6vhtk-066005 was published. The framework will run from July 2026 until July 2030 with the option to extend the framework by a further 4 years, until July 2034. The Framework will reopen once within the first 3-year period, and UKNNL will open it again at least once in the remaining 5-year contract term as required under Regulation 49 of the Procurement Act 2023. UKNNL may opt to open the framework for applications earlier than required, although not likely to be ever more than two times per year. Re-opening may be in relation to the framework agreement in its entirety or in relation to specific lots. Earlier re-opening could be triggered by a range of factors, which may include but are not limited to: • Supply & demand changes • Changes to requirements • Changes to framework lotting structure • Changes to rate card structures • Changes to qualitative assessment • Changes to framework management • Addition of new framework lots • Changes to demand, volumes, values and geographical coverage Suppliers are permitted to amend their technical and commercial response at each re-opening or can choose to allow their previous submission to be considered. The framework has the ability to award contracts through mini competition or direct award. Call-off contracts can be either fixed cost or cost reimbursable. Mini-Competition Where mini-competition is used, this is to be via the e-tender portal and must include all suppliers on the applicable lot. Each mini competition will be restricted to only one Lot. At mini-competition, suppliers can be asked to re-price and may offer discounted rates if they choose to, but may not charge more than the pricing which was submitted at the latest round of framework qualification. Should requirements at call-off n