Tender

Radiation Protection Services

CIVIL NUCLEAR POLICE AUTHORITY (CNPA) / CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY (CNC)

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

10 Dec 2025 at 14:25

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

20 Nov 2025 at 10:39

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

10 Sep 2025 at 08:58

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

09 Sep 2025 at 15:15

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

28 Aug 2025 at 11:00

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Civil Nuclear Police Authority (CNPA) and the Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) are seeking services under the title "Radiation Protection Services" through an active procurement process. This tender is open under the open procedure method, aimed at providing a comprehensive Radiation Protection Advisory Service. It requires the service provider to be accredited to the RPA2000 system, offering radiological protection and legislative advice in compliance with relevant UK regulations. The procurement falls under the services category and is governed by a special defence and security regime. The contract is based in Abingdon, United Kingdom, with a deadline for submission on 11th February 2026, and the contract is expected to start on 1st April 2026, running until 31st March 2029, with optional renewals allowing for extension until 2031.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in radiation protection and related advisory services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to bid, providing they are listed on the Health and Safety Executive’s approved Dosimetry Services and RPA Services lists. The total contract value is estimated at £1,000,000 GBP, which makes it an attractive proposition for experienced providers in the dosimetry and contamination-monitoring sector. Businesses that can demonstrate strong technical expertise and competitive pricing, while also contributing to social value, stand a good chance in this procurement process. This opportunity not only offers financial growth but also positions firms as key players within the niche market of radiation protection services, thereby enhancing their portfolio and potential by engaging with a government authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Radiation Protection Services

Notice Description

Radiation Protection Services 1. Ability able to supply a comprehensive Radiation Protection Advisory Service accredited to the RPA2000 system to provide radiological protection and legislative advice on the observance of The Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 (IRR17), The Radiation (Emergency Preparedness and Public Information) Regulations 2019 (REPPIR 2019) and on other health, safety and regulatory matters relating to ionising radiation.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Options: 2 x 1 year options making expiry 31st March 2031

Renewal: Two Options - one year each

Planning Information

It is mandatory for any interested suppliers to register on the new Central Digital Platform which is part of the enhanced Find a Tender Service. The procurement will be progressed using the Competitive Flexible procedure utilising the Procurement Act 2023. Suppliers must bid for the complete service as detailed within the specification. Suppliers must also be on the approved list Suppliers must also be on the approved list Approved Dosimetry Services List and Approved RPA Lists maintained by the Health and Safety Executive. If interested and on the approved list please confirm your eligibility for the procurement by the closing date.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058f30
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081550-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

38341500 - Contamination-monitoring devices

38547000 - Dosimetry system

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
30 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CIVIL NUCLEAR POLICE AUTHORITY (CNPA) / CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY (CNC)
Contact Name
Louise Withers
Contact Email
louise.withers@cnc.police.uk
Contact Phone
+44 03303135475

Buyer Location

Locality
ABINGDON
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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