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Feasibility of automated sample collection using a quadruped robot

UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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16 Dec 2025 at 12:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contract awarded by the UK Atomic Energy Authority involves the 'Feasibility of automated sample collection using a quadruped robot' project. This initiative explores the collaboration between RAICo's robotic platform, Spot, and specialised sample collection tools for remote health physics tasks. Classified under 'Experimental Development Services', the procurement emphasises software and hardware development. The contract is in the 'Award' stage and commenced on 16th December 2025, with completion expected by 31st March 2026. The procurement follows an open procedure, aiming to innovate industrial robot applications across the UK and worldwide, supporting sectors like software programming, electronic supplies, and engineering design.

This contract provides significant growth opportunities for businesses engaged in software development, engineering design, and robotics applications, particularly those with expertise in health physics and hazardous environment management. Amentum Clean Energy Ltd, the successful supplier, exemplifies the potential for large-scale businesses to secure government contracts through innovative solutions. SMEs and VCSEs are considered suitable participants, encouraging a diverse range of entities to contribute digital and technical advancements in autonomous navigation and robotic arm evaluation. The project is a notable opportunity for businesses focusing on niche technological advancements and those seeking to expand their service offerings globally.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Feasibility of automated sample collection using a quadruped robot

Notice Description

The RAICo programme are investigating the potential of using a quadruped robot (Spot) as a robotic platform for remote health physics sample collection through swabbing, thus reducing health physics technicians' exposure to hazardous environments. To achieve this, RAICo have manufactured specialist sample collection tools designed to interface with Spot's robotic arm and mounting rails. The Contractor's scope shall include the requirements capture, design, manufacture, delivery, and functional demonstration (including all required testing, verification, and documentation) for the evaluation of Spot's autonomous navigation and automatic robotic arm motion performance. The focus will be on software development and the hardware used for evaluating the arm's overall performance but any supplementary hardware will be considered if it provides value to the final solution

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bf89e356-5a78-4195-bb9d-d82f8f08f993
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07514535-8514-4637-b35a-833cd61d6143
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

42 - Industrial machinery

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

31700000 - Electronic, electromechanical and electrotechnical supplies

42997300 - Industrial robots

71320000 - Engineering design services

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

73120000 - Experimental development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£194,602 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
16 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORDSHIRE
Postcode
OX14 3DB
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AMENTUM CLEAN ENERGY

Further Information

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