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Radiation Testing of Proximity Sensors

SELLAFIELD LIMITED

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17 Apr 2026 at 08:11

Summary of the contracting process

Sellafield Limited has completed the procurement process for radiation testing of proximity sensors, a critical project in the radiation protection services industry. The contract aimed at assessing proximity switches under varying levels of radiation exposure, up to 300kGy and 100kGy, with results compiled into a detailed report. This procurement process is classified under services and pertains to the UK region, with its operations primarily located at Sellafield Limited's Warrington premises. Initiated as a direct, below-threshold procurement without competition, the contract was awarded on 25th February 2026, and runs through to the end of the year.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in radiation protection and testing. Particularly, companies equipped to handle and manage proximity sensors, along with the capability to conduct comprehensive radiation tests, would find this contract highly beneficial for their growth. Large-scale enterprises like Core Nuclear Solutions Limited, which has already been contracted, stand well-suited to leverage such opportunities. The contract is valued at £96,914.42, with the potential for other similar projects in the future, providing ample scope for ongoing business development and expansion in the sector.

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Notice Title

Radiation Testing of Proximity Sensors

Notice Description

Radiation testing of Proximity Sensors. Work to include: - the management and procurement of the identified proximity switches - Arrangement of radiation testing of 3 x different proximity switch types, including base tests, upto 300KGy and upto 100kGy - Output to be presented in a report

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0684bf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034959-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90721600 - Radiation protection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£80,762 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
25 Feb 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

CORE NUCLEAR SOLUTIONS

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