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title: "NCC Diamond wire CNC cutting machine"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-049f021e-7fa9-412e-b1ff-5b85f19367dc"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED"
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# NCC Diamond wire CNC cutting machine

Buyer: NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-049f021e-7fa9-412e-b1ff-5b85f19367dc

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## Summary

The National Nuclear Laboratory Limited (UKNNL) is planning to procure three Diamond wire CNC cutting machines for use at its Windscale Laboratory. These machines, classified under the industrial machinery category (CPV 42000000), will be used for producing samples cut from zirconium, hafnium, and zirconium composite plates within caves where no human access is possible. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with an early engagement notice published on 21 January 2025, and the engagement end date set for 21 February 2025. The address for delivery is CA20 1PG, with the main contact being Sarah Walton at UKNNL.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in industrial machinery, particularly those offering technologically advanced and remotely operated equipment. Companies experienced in working with remote systems and Master Slave Manipulators (MSM) are well-suited for this procurement. The requirement to supply CNC controlled diamond wire saws, control systems, and umbilical cables provides a platform for SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises) to engage with a high-profile national laboratory, potentially fostering growth and establishing long-term relationships within the nuclear sector.

## Notice

United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) intends to purchase three Diamond wire CNC cutting machines which will be situated within caves at UKNNL Windscale Laboratory to produce samples cut from zirconium, hafnium and zirconium composite plates. As the equipment is situated in-cave with no man access possible, any manual operations or maintenance, including the replacement of the diamond wire, will need to be carried out remotely using Master Slave Manipulators (MSM). The machines will be required to cut 500 to 1000 samples over a ten-year period. The supplier will be required to supply: * Remotely operated in-cave CNC controlled diamond wire saw. * Out of cave control system including software. * Set of umbilical cables to connect the in-cave right to the out of cave control system. The works contract is compiled of the following stages: * Design stages (Preliminary and Detailed) * Manufacturing and FAT Testing. If you are interested in this opportunity please email: izak.cartain-farish@uknnl.com

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac4b510b-0292-43d7-9b7b-991215d48d15 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 21 Feb 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED |
| Locality | RISLEY |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA3 6AE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD61 Warrington |
| Local authority | Warrington |
| Electoral ward | Birchwood |
| Westminster constituency | Warrington North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42000000 - Industrial machinery

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2025 at 12:56 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac4b510b-0292-43d7-9b7b-991215d48d15
- 21 Jan 2025 at 11:39 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac4b510b-0292-43d7-9b7b-991215d48d15

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac4b510b-0292-43d7-9b7b-991215d48d15
  21st January 2025 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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