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ATROPOS project

UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED

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Planning

04 Aug 2026 at 15:58

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Limited (UKNNL), a public authority classified under sub-central government, is planning a procurement process for the ATROPOS project. This project aims to acquire and install a test rig comprising powder feed equipment, a rotary kiln, powder collection, and an off-gas scrubber, along with an associated control system and safety PLC. The procurement falls under the industry categories of "Machinery for the production and use of mechanical power" and "Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery". The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement milestone scheduled for 31 August 2026. The expected contract period is from 16 October 2026 to 1 April 2027, with a potential extension till 25 October 2027. The procurement process will be conducted within the United Kingdom and involves goods procurement above the specified threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in mechanical equipment and control systems, especially those capable of providing customised solutions for the nuclear industry. SMEs are encouraged to participate, as the suitability criteria indicate an openness to small and medium enterprises. Businesses with experience in assembling modular test rigs or those with expertise in the integration of kiln and scrubber systems will find this tender particularly advantageous. Engaging in this project could enhance business portfolios and provide further opportunities by associating with a high-profile public authority like UKNNL.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ATROPOS project

Notice Description

UKNNL wishes to install a test rig which will consist of a powder feed equipment, a rotary kiln, powder collection, and an off gas scrubber. An associated control system and safety PLC will also be required as part of the procurement. The test rig shall be assembled as a module / skid with ancillary equipment / pipework provided for tie into UKNNL's designated location. UKNNL will undertake vendor engagement & issue a detailed process design pack along with preliminary EC&I documentation & mechanical layouts.

Planning Information

Engagement is dependent on response from interested supply partners. Presentation will be made of the requirements to suitably qualified and experienced contractors/ specialists. This may be conducted via over the internet or in person at a UKNNL site.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dbba
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073887-2026
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

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42100000 - Machinery for the production and use of mechanical power

42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Oct 2026 - 1 Apr 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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