long, complex and behind schedule decommissioning and clean\u2011up programme at Sellafield<\/a>, where maintaining reliable non\u2011nuclear infrastructure \u2013 power, water, transport and foundations \u2013 is critical to both ongoing operations and the safety of decommissioning works. Sellafield Ltd has previously relied on a range of external suppliers for these services; the IDP is intended to consolidate delivery under a smaller set of long\u2011term partners.<\/p>\nSellafield Ltd chief supply chain officer James Riddick said: \u201cOur job at Sellafield is to create a clean and safe environment for future generations.<\/p>\n
\u201cThat means safely, securely, and cost effectively dealing with the legacy of historic operations on our site.<\/p>\n
\u201cTo deliver this we need robust and reliable infrastructure to support our nuclear decommissioning and waste management activities.<\/p>\n
\u201cIDP is a long-term strategic partnership designed to provide that support while unlocking investment and opportunities for our local community and delivering sustainable value for money to the taxpayer.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re excited to welcome our new partners, and we look forward to working together to progress our mission while creating transformational and enduring social value.\u201d<\/p>\n
Costain chief executive officer Alex Vaughan commented: \u201cThis new contract award with Sellafield, with whom we have been working with since 2005, is testament to our strategy of developing long-term relationships with tier 1 customers, building strong and collaborative partnerships, broadening our service offering, and maintaining consistency and continuity of workflows.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis long-term award further demonstrates our integral position in the UK\u2019s civil nuclear energy market. The Government is clear that the safe and responsible decommissioning of the UK\u2019s nuclear legacy is a critical part of creating a sustainable future and delivering local and national economic prosperity. As one of Sellafield\u2019s trusted partners we will deliver safe, high-quality utilities upgrades in a complex working environment.\u201d<\/p>\n
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure managing director Simon Smith said: \u201cWe have been delivering in West Cumbria for over 15 years, and we are delighted to build on this further with the award of the Infrastructure Delivery Partnership. This long-term programme is not only nationally significant for Sellafield and its decommissioning programme, but we know first-hand the benefits to local communities and the\u00a0region from an award of this nature.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis award reflects the brilliant work our teams have delivered and continue to deliver.\u201d<\/p>\n
Hochtief CEO Juan Santamar\u00eda Cases said: \u201cHochtief has an unbroken legacy in the nuclear sector since the 1950s and is a trusted partner in engineering and construction for some of the world\u2019s most critical nuclear programmes. Together with Sellafield and its delivery partners, we have secured this strategic, long-term partnership. The award builds on Hochtief\u2019s expanding portfolio of long-term delivery contracts with globally significant clients across the nuclear and infrastructure sectors.\u201d<\/p>\n
GHD regional general manager UK Kevin Eyers said: \u201cWe\u2019re honoured to be chosen as a design partner for the Sellafield IDP framework and look forward to working with Morgan Sindall Infrastructure and Baker Hicks on this important framework. This team is founded on a shared dedication to excellence in infrastructure engineering, design, and construction, and GHD is excited to bring our experience to Sellafield. We look forward to collaborating with our partners and delivering safe, resilient and sustainable infrastructure solutions.\u201d<\/p>\n
GHD general manager for technical services EMEA Craig Stockton said: \u201cWe are absolutely delighted to have secured a place on the IDP framework for Sellafield with Morgan Sindall Infrastructure. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring together our collective experience to one of the UK\u2019s most important infrastructure programmes, delivering innovation, safety, and sustainable value for the future.\u201d<\/p>\n
GHD industrial solutions technical director Nathan Woods said: \u201cI am extremely proud that GHD, along with Baker Hicks, has been named as design partner for Morgan Sindall Infrastructure on the Sellafield IDP framework. This design partnership is the culmination of over 15-years of past and present UK team members, delivering multi-faceted engineering projects for UK Nuclear Duty Holders. This long-term collaboration reflects all our shared commitment to engineering excellence, innovation, ensuring resilient infrastructure that benefits the local community, and enhances safety for future generations.\u201d<\/p>\n
Arup associate director Ann-Marie Cowperthwaite commented: \u201cArup\u2019s knowledge of the site combined with our extensive expertise in process and mechanical engineering enables us to plan for an extensive range of scenarios and complex system interdependencies.\u00a0 This will help assure all the right conditions for all the different utility elements of the site are maintained thereby enabling Sellafield to operate the site with greater safety, security, and confidence.<\/p>\n
\u201cA project of this duration also creates a crucial opportunity for local upskilling and training opportunities, fostering long-term workforce development. We look forward to working alongside Costain and other partners to provide integrated solutions throughout the site as well as career development opportunities for the next generation of engineers.\u201d<\/p>\n
Costain defence and nuclear energy sector director Bob Anstey said: \u201cThis project is about creating a sustainable future by safely decommissioning the UK\u2019s nuclear legacy. We have a long and successful track record with Sellafield, with a highly qualified and experienced workforce that consistently works to the highest safety and quality standards.<\/p>\n
\u201cA key part of our role will be to help ensure the project leaves a positive legacy that improves lives and provides long-term benefits to local communities. We look forward to working closely with Sellafield, Arup and our supply chain partners to deliver high-quality utilities upgrades in a complex working environment.\u201d<\/p>\n
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