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Muon Technical De-risking Programme

UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED

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29 Jan 2026 at 18:12

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "Muon Technical De-risking Programme" was conducted by the United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Limited, a sub-central government public authority based in Warrington, UK (region UKD61). The procurement aimed to enhance system capabilities using muon imaging technology for nuclear site decommissioning and waste characterisation. The process reached the award stage on 29th January 2026 and was completed without competition under a direct procurement method. This contract carries a gross value of £89,122.72, with the active contract period starting on 5th August 2025 and ending on 28th May 2026. Additionally, there is an option for contract renewal and potential work scope extension subject to future funding.

This tender presents business growth opportunities particularly for companies specialising in services related to laboratory and precision equipment as well as research and development services. The awarded supplier, Lynkeos Technology Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) situated in Renfrew, UK (region UKM83), demonstrates that SMEs with innovative muon imaging solutions are well-suited to compete for such contracts. Businesses with capabilities in advanced imaging techniques and nuclear sector experience are encouraged to explore similar opportunities, as interest in such technologies for nuclear applications is poised to rise with additional funding in the future.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Muon Technical De-risking Programme

Notice Description

Under a Muon de-risking programme there is further scope of work for system enhancement using muon imaging technology. This was designed, developed, and commercialize using muon imaging techniques to meet the challenges and requirements of nuclear site decommissioning and waste characterization.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06127a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008254-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£89,122 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
4 Aug 2025 - 28 May 2026 6-12 months
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

LYNKEOS TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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