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Supply and Installation of a Load Frame

UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED

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14 Nov 2025 at 16:01

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Supply and Installation of a Load Frame" project was conducted by the United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Limited, located in Warrington, UK. This tender falls under the goods industry category, specifically for machines and apparatus for testing and measuring, with delivery expected in the region of UKD11. The procurement method used was direct, classified as below threshold without competition. The contract award was confirmed on 30th October 2025, and the contract will be active from 18th November 2025 to 31st January 2030, involving a total gross amount of GBP 208,160.40.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in machinery and apparatus for testing and measuring. The contract with ITW Limited, based in Windsor, showcases the potential for large-scale suppliers to build relationships with sub-central government authorities. Companies that specialise in the manufacturing and installation of complex machinery could find growth prospects in participating in similar projects, especially when direct agreements offer streamlined bidding processes. Such engagements can provide a platform for establishing long-term associations with public authorities, fostering business expansion in the nuclear energy sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and Installation of a Load Frame

Notice Description

Replacement of an existing Load Frame to support an integrated furnace.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e1db
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074132-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£208,160 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Oct 20253 months ago
Contract Period
18 Nov 2025 - 31 Jan 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@uknnl.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA3 6AE
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD61 Warrington
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Birchwood
Westminster Constituency
Warrington North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ITW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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