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Agreement to DEVELOP A PROTOTYPE LEAK TESTING SOLUTION FOR NUCLEAR TRANSPORT

INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES LIMITED

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02 Mar 2026 at 12:25

Summary of the contracting process

International Nuclear Services Limited has awarded a contract to Lancaster Instruments Ltd for developing a prototype leak testing solution for nuclear transport packages. The contract, aimed at research and experimental development services, involves design work, testing, and refinement to meet technical and environmental requirements. The procurement process was carried out through a direct method without competition, as it was below the threshold. The contract, signed on 23rd February 2026, will be active from 2nd March 2026 to 31st March 2026, offering a total value of £120,000 GBP, inclusive of taxes. This opportunity, classified under services in the public authority - sub-central government sector, represents the award stage of the procurement process.

This tender opens avenues for businesses engaged in experimental development and research services, particularly those with experience in technical design within the nuclear industry. As the procurement method did not involve competition, it highlights a niche opportunity ideal for entities capable of meeting specific requirements without extensive bidding processes. Enterprises specialising in research and development, particularly SMEs like Lancaster Instruments Ltd, who possess innovative capabilities and understand stringent environmental standards, are well-suited to compete for similar contracts. Opportunities of this nature can catalyse business growth through innovation in advanced testing solutions and collaboration with leading nuclear transport organisations.

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Notice Title

Agreement to DEVELOP A PROTOTYPE LEAK TESTING SOLUTION FOR NUCLEAR TRANSPORT

Notice Description

NTS has placed a contract agreement for the DEVELOP A PROTOTYPE LEAK TESTING SOLUTION FOR NUCLEAR TRANSPORT PACKAGES. This requirement concerns the production of a prototype only, involving design work, testing, and refinement to meet the unique technical and environmental requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065f78
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018394-2026
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

LANCASTER INSTRUMENTS

Further Information

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