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Multi-spectral self contained Asbestos Detection System

NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY

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Award

30 Apr 2026 at 10:17

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Award

29 Apr 2026 at 15:06

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA), located in Cumbria, UK, procuring a Multi-spectral self-contained Asbestos Detection System. The procurement falls under the industry category of services and is designed to facilitate the design and execution of research and development related to asbestos detection. The NDA utilised a direct award procurement method and operates as a public authority within the central government framework. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase with the contract scheduled to commence on 15th May 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2028. A standstill period is set to end on 12th May 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for organisations in the research and development sector, particularly those involved in the development of innovative detection systems. Large enterprises such as The University of Strathclyde, which is fulfilling the supplier role, showcase the level of expertise and capability required to engage successfully in this project. The contract, valued at approximately £784,262, not only promises financial growth but also enhances reputational standing by contributing to critical environmental safety efforts. The specificity in research and development, coupled with the NDA's central government position, makes this an ideal opportunity for well-established firms with a strong research focus and capability in scientific and technical fields.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Multi-spectral self contained Asbestos Detection System

Notice Description

Provision of a Multi-spectral self contained Asbestos Detection System

Procurement Information

IP Developed by supplier

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068e55
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039750-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£784,262 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA24 3HU
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Egremont North and St Bees
Westminster Constituency
Whitehaven and Workington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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