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Enhanced Spares Inspection Capability

SELLAFIELD LIMITED

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15 Dec 2025 at 09:17

Summary of the contracting process

Sellafield Limited, based in Warrington, UK, facilitated a public procurement process for an "Enhanced Spares Inspection Capability" under the industry category of miscellaneous spare parts. The procurement involved the direct method below the threshold, without competition, and is classified as a "goods" procurement. The procurement process concluded with the contract awarded to Rexel UK Ltd. The contract, actively spanning from 12th December 2025 to 31st March 2026, embodies a comprehensive system using Cognex VisionPro Deep Learning tools for defect identification and includes a turnkey solution with an enclosed cubicle and advanced training sessions. Legal reference for this procurement is under the legislative scheme UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender offers distinct opportunities for businesses specialising in deep learning technology and inspection systems, particularly those adept at deploying high-resolution imaging and data processing solutions. Companies like Rexel UK Ltd demonstrate an ability to meet the stringent requirements set out in the User Requirement Specification (URS) of Sellafield Limited, showing that large-scale enterprises with existing expertise in hardware-software integration and operator training can leverage this procurement to reinforce their market presence and expand service offerings within the European Union. The strategic nature of direct procurement indicates niche sectors with specific technical capabilities stand to benefit significantly from participating in similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

Enhanced Spares Inspection Capability

Notice Description

00634 SELLAFIELD ENHANCED SPARES INSPECTION SYSTEM Turnkey Cognex VisionPro Deep Learning inspection system designed to meet all requirements outlined in the URS. It uses a high-resolution 20-megapixel camera for the main inspection and a 2-megapixel alignment camera to support accurate part positioning, with consistent illumination provided by a flat dome light. The system is housed in a compact enclosed cubicle with integrated operator access and display. Captured images are processed using Cognex Deep Learning tools to identify defects and deviations. This quotation includes the permanent Combined Run + Train license, PDF report generation functionality, all required hardware and software, and both initial operator training and advanced on-site deep learning training.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f555
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082738-2025
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34913000 - Miscellaneous spare parts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£91,647 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
12 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SELLAFIELD LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
lesley.iley@sellafieldsites.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA3 6GR
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

REXEL

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