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Brooksby Incinerator PLC Systems and Scada Modifications

THE PIRBRIGHT INSTITUTE · Contract details notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 29 Sept 2026, 18:26.

Opportunity overview

Incinerator Software Rewrite, Comprehensive Testing and Hot Commissioning works. The scope of works is detailed below: • Main, Hydraulic and Bin Lifter Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Modification and Testing • SCADA System Software Modification and Test with PLCs • Develop new HMI Screens for Hydraulic System • Confirm operation and communication of all Control systems, PLC's and HMI's • Check automatic operation of all system components: Fans, pumps, instruments, kiln rotation, filer unit, CEMS, loading equipment etc. • Confirm that all sensors and feedback are received at the control PC. • Full Incinerator Operational Testing • Hot Commissioning Works • Operational and Performance Qualification Activities • Staff Training • Update of Functional Design Specification (FDS) documents Rationale To ensure the Brooksby Building meets its full operational requirements and satisfies SAPO4 licensing conditions, which are necessary for benefits realisation, full functionality of the incinerator is essential. A complete rewrite of the control software will enable Pirbright to safely understand, operate, and maintain the incinerator going forward. The incinerator is a critical component of the building, particularly as it operates across the containment barrier. Ensuring the incinerator is fully functional and capable of reliable automatic operation is therefore a key priority. Without this capability, the building cannot be safely or effectively brought into use for SAPO4 activities, nor can licensing requirements be met.

Awarded to

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LUHRFILTER LIMITED

Matched by number
Contract value
£248.9k
Awarded
Not supplied
Contract signed
20 May 2026
Including VAT
£298.7k
Award ID
1
Status
active
Identifier
GB-COH 01172350
Location
Burntwood, UKG24, WS7 3GG, United Kingdom

Classification

No classification was supplied.

Lots

  • Lot 1Value not stated

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
ocds-h6vhtk-06930c
Status
complete
Procurement Method
direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Why this procedure was chosen
The full commissioning of the incinerator and the software rewrite requires highly specialised expertise. Due to the technical complexity and niche nature of the works, there is an absence of viable competitive alternatives within the market. On this basis, Lührfilter is considered the most appropriate contractor to undertake the required works. Lührfilter has developed extensive knowledge and system-specific knowledge of the Brooksby incinerator through its involvement in Phase 1 (Investigation and Testing) and Phase 2 (Commissioning Works and Documentation Update). This includes a detailed understanding of the system architecture, control philosophy, and operational constraints. This knowledge is not readily transferable without significant time, cost, and risk. It is therefore critically important to retain this expertise for the software rewrite and final commissioning activities. Engaging an alternative supplier would introduce significant risks, including duplication of investigative work as any new contractor would require substantial time/cost to familiarise themselves with the system and revalidation activities. In contrast, Lührfilter's existing in-depth knowledge ensures continuity of service, reduces delivery risk, and supports an efficient programme. In addition, Lührfilter has a proven track record in delivering comparable incinerator systems, including four previous phases of successful works on the ISO11 incinerator since 2015. They therefore have demonstrable expertise in high-risk and high-containment environments, including a strong understanding of bio-containment requirements, operational protocols, and SAPO4 licensing and associated compliance standards. For these reasons, the proposed direct award to Lührfilter is justified on the basis of absence of competition for technical reasons, continuity requirements, and the need to mitigate significant delivery and operational risks.

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Procedure reasons

Entry 1
Id
singleSuppliersTechnicalReasons

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Status
complete

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
THE PIRBRIGHT INSTITUTE
Id
GB-COH-00559784

Identifier

Scheme
GB-COH
Id
00559784

Additional Identifiers

Entry 1
Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PDZM-9963-XHWG

Address

Street Address
Pirbright Laboratory Ash Road
Locality
Woking
Postal Code
GU24 0NF
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKJ25

Contact

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment
Description
Public authority - sub-central government
Organisation 2
Name
LUHRFILTER LIMITED
Id
GB-COH-01172350

Identifier

Scheme
GB-COH
Id
01172350

Additional Identifiers

Entry 1
Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PVZP-8421-LVYX

Address

Street Address
Unit 1 Crompton Court, Burntwood Business Park
Locality
Burntwood
Postal Code
WS7 3GG
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKG24

Contact

Roles

supplier

Details

Scale
sme
Vcse
No
Public Service Mission Organization
No
Sheltered Workshop
No

Award information

Award 1
Id
1
Status
active
Main Procurement Category
services

Items

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
42320000
Description
Waste incinerators
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
45000000
Description
Construction work
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
48213000
Description
Operating system enhancement software package
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
51135110
Description
Installation services of waste incinerators
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
72200000
Description
Software programming and consultancy services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKJ25
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Additional Procurement Categories

works

Suppliers

Supplier 1
Id
GB-COH-01172350
Name
LUHRFILTER LIMITED

Related lots

1

Contracts and changes

Entry 1
Id
1
Award ID
1
Status
active
Above Threshold
Yes
Date Signed
21 May 2026, 00:00
No Agreed Metrics Rationale
This is a NEC4 ECC Option A contract with set requirements and Activity Schedule and the optional NEC X20 KPIs are not selected.

Period

Starts
25 May 2026, 00:00
Ends
16 Oct 2026, 23:59

Value

Including VAT
298,680
Amount
248,900
Currency
GBP

Documents

Entry 1
Id
056448-2026
Document Type
contractNotice
Notice Type
UK7
Description
Contract details notice on Find a Tender
Published
16 Jun 2026, 09:42
Format
text/html

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Woking · UKJ25 · GU24 0NF · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

3 published notice versions reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

3 VERSIONS
  1. 041790-2026Transparency notice on Find a Tender ·
  2. 042626-2026Contract award notice on Find a Tender ·
  3. 056448-2026Contract details notice on Find a Tender ·