Planning

Radiation Tolerant Sensing and Processing Technologies

UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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Planning

02 Jul 2025 at 11:18

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Atomic Energy Authority, situated in Oxfordshire, is currently in the planning stage for a public procurement titled "Radiation Tolerant Sensing and Processing Technologies." This procurement is categorised under services with additional emphasis on goods, focusing on research and experimental development services, electronic equipment, printed circuits, and technical support services. The initial engagement milestone is scheduled for 23rd July 2025, followed by a planned contract period beginning on 1st October 2025 and running until 31st March 2026, with potential extension options available. This opportunity spans the region of the UK, adhering to legal requirements under UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents a substantial growth opportunity for businesses specialising in designing and testing advanced sensing and processing technologies. SMEs are particularly well-suited for this procurement, which includes developing prototypes and conducting irradiation testing for sensors and electronic circuitry. Companies with capabilities in technical inspection, testing services, and technological demonstrations will find this tender's requirements align well with their offerings. Engaging with the UKAEA at the planning stage could position businesses favourably for potential contracts and expansion within the realm of innovative technology development.

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Notice Title

Radiation Tolerant Sensing and Processing Technologies

Notice Description

UKAEA wish to engage with potential suppliers for the provision of the design, prototype production and irradiation testing of sensing and processing technologies, potentially including force/torque, proximity, tactile or pressure, current temperature, angular and linear position sensing, as well as all associated electronic circuitry required to excite and process these sensors.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=95505&B= Webinar Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/e/6rm33QtEhf Webinar on 23rd July, 2025 at 13.00

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05577a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036758-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

31710000 - Electronic equipment

31712300 - Printed circuits

71356300 - Technical support services

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

73120000 - Experimental development services

73420000 - Pre-feasibility study and technological demonstration

73430000 - Test and evaluation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Sandie Brown
Contact Email
sandie.brown@ukaea.uk
Contact Phone
+12 35528822

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

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