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Characterisation of a DT Neutron Generator

UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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07 Aug 2025 at 16:26

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) led the procurement process for the "Characterisation of a DT Neutron Generator," focusing on services under engineering-related scientific and technical services in the region of Oxfordshire, United Kingdom. This was a direct procurement method, below the threshold and executed without competition. The tender process has been completed and the award was made to NPL Management Limited. The contract commenced on 7th August 2025 and is set to conclude on 1st September 2025. The procurement process adhered to the legal framework described in UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for companies offering engineering-related scientific and technical services, particularly those with capabilities in neutron generator characterisation. NPL Management Limited, a large-scale organisation, has been selected, illustrating the need for significant expertise and resources to support such specialised scientific endeavours. Businesses with an established presence in technical services, looking to expand their portfolio in partnership with central government entities such as the UKAEA, can benefit from closely monitoring similar opportunities.

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Notice Title

Characterisation of a DT Neutron Generator

Notice Description

Characterisation of a DT Neutron Generator in the NPL low scatter area

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0583b9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047063-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£74,175 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
6 Aug 2025 - 1 Sep 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Robert Franklin
Contact Email
robert.franklin@ukaea.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

NPL MANAGEMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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