Planning

Procurement of Endoscope Cameras for UKNNL plant inspections

UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED

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Planning

13 Apr 2026 at 15:33

Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Limited (UKNNL) is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the acquisition of endoscope cameras, with a potential requirement for up to three systems, including one ATEX-rated device. This procurement, identified by tender ID NNLC752, is categorised under the goods industry, specifically focusing on checking and testing apparatus as well as optical instruments. The planned engagement is not a competitive tender but a market research initiative aimed at gathering information through Requests for Information (RFI) due by 30th April 2026. The procurement is scheduled to cover a contract period from 1st June 2026 until 1st September 2026, with the UKNNL's headquarters located in Warrington, United Kingdom.

This initiative presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in optical instrumentation and endoscopic technology. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), in particular, may find this contract appealing due to its specification for such suitability. The focus on procuring advanced endoscopic systems, including ATEX-rated devices, indicates an interest in suppliers with specific technical capabilities and industry expertise. Interested businesses can leverage this opportunity for growth by engaging with UKNNL's market engagement activities, positioning themselves as capable partners ready to meet the sophisticated technical requirements of this procurement process.

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Notice Title

Procurement of Endoscope Cameras for UKNNL plant inspections

Notice Description

UKNNL is exploring the potential requirement for up to three endoscope systems which may include one ATEX-rated device and 2 standard (non-Atex-rated) devices. These would be required for deployment by UKNNL between April 2026 - March 2027. A Draft scope shall be provided to those suppliers who may be interested in this opportunity.

Planning Information

Engagement is for market research purposes only and is not a call for competition or commitment to award. Any interested suppliers are invited to contact stacey.o'driscoll@uknnl.com at which point a Request for Information (RFI) shall be issued for completion alongside a draft scope. RFI's shall need to be completed and returned no later than 30th April 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06814e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033430-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

38600000 - Optical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Apr 20266 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 1 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY 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 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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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