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Purchase of Gamma Spectrometer and Equipment

SELLAFIELD LIMITED

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07 Apr 2026 at 12:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Sellafield Limited involved the purchase of a Gamma Spectrometer, cooling system, and adaptors. This procurement falls under the industry category of goods, specifically spectrometers, and is located in the United Kingdom. The process has reached the award stage, with a contract having been signed on 13th March 2026, and completed on 16th April 2026. Sellafield Limited, a public authority within the sub-central government, served as the buying organisation. The procurement was conducted directly, deemed below threshold and without competition, culminating in an award to Ametek (GB) Ltd.

This procurement offers opportunities for businesses in the manufacturing and supply of high-precision scientific instruments, particularly those producing spectrometry equipment. Despite the direct procurement route, understanding such tenders could provide manufacturers insights into emerging demands within the nuclear and scientific sectors, potentially influencing future research and development strategies. Companies experienced with similar technological deliverables and looking to expand into the scientific and governmental market should consider such procurement opportunities to boost growth and establish partnerships with substantial entities like Sellafield Limited.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of Gamma Spectrometer and Equipment

Notice Description

Purchase of Gamma Spectrometer, cooling system and adaptors.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067d02
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031477-2026
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

38433000 - Spectrometers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,942 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 16 Apr 2026 1-6 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
SELLAFIELD 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

AMETEK (GB

Further Information

Notice Documents

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