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UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice for NDT Replacement for Dynamic Rotary Gun and Conductivity Tester

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

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Planning

19 Jan 2026 at 16:47

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Equipment and Support organisation is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the replacement of Dynamic Rotary Guns and Conductivity Testers within the Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) community in the UK. The tender, titled "UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice for NDT Replacement for Dynamic Rotary Gun and Conductivity Tester," falls under the services category, specifically non-destructive testing services. The procurement follows an open procedure, and the process includes several key dates: the tender period ends on 29 May 2026, the enquiry period concludes on 20 May 2026, and the award is expected by 7 September 2026. The contract is scheduled to start on 18 September 2026 and run until 17 September 2031, with the possibility of two additional option years.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the non-destructive testing sector, particularly those possessing technical expertise and holding certifications like ISO 9001:2015. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, offering a potentially lucrative contract valued at over £1 million gross. The procurement process, managed through the Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP), provides an open and competitive environment, ideal for businesses looking to expand their government portfolio and engage in essential defence projects. Being part of this tender could contribute to long-term business growth and strategic positioning within the NDT industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice for NDT Replacement for Dynamic Rotary Gun and Conductivity Tester

Notice Description

There is a requirement to procure Dynamic Rotary Guns and Conductivity Measurement Testers used within the Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) community within the UK. There is currently no equipment in service and the need is vital to continue to support the NDT community

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Two option years

Renewal: Two option years

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060933
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004512-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71632200 - Non-destructive testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£910,170 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£910,170 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 2026Today
Submission Deadline
29 May 20265 months to go
Future Notice Date
27 Mar 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Sep 2026 - 17 Sep 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
des-deca-mst-procurement@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
FLINTSHIRE
Postcode
CH5 2LS
Post Town
Chester
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL34 Flintshire and Wrexham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Flintshire
Electoral Ward
Queensferry and Sealand
Westminster Constituency
Alyn and Deeside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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