--- title: "Training in Negotiation Skills" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05cd05" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05cd05" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05cd05.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05cd05.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED" published: "2025-10-15" --- # Training in Negotiation Skills Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05cd05 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05cd05) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05cd05.json) ## Summary The United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Limited is initiating a procurement process for a project titled "Training in Negotiation Skills," as part of their safeguards-related training courses. The planning phase is currently underway with a focus on specialist training services within the Public Authority - Sub-Central Government category. The laboratory, located in Warrington, England (UKD61), is expected to commence the contract on 1st April 2026 and continue until 31st March 2029, with potential extensions up to 2031. Key stakeholders are encouraged to express interest by 29th October 2025, to receive a Request for Information Questionnaire (RFI). The contract for this project, valued at £240,000, aligns with the standards of services procurement above the threshold. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in specialist training services, particularly those with a strong background in diplomatic negotiation and services provided to governmental organisations. It is especially suited for firms that are adept at offering training in negotiation skills relevant to international environments and are familiar with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) protocols. This is an attractive opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that meet the security requirements for handling sensitive information, as the procurement process is open to suppliers capable of delivering extensive training and consultancy services. Businesses that successfully secure this contract can expect to expand their expertise and influence within the public sector training market. ## Notice Safeguards-related training courses. UKNNL on behalf of our customers has a long-term requirement for a wide range of safeguards-related training courses. New safeguards inspectors require training and practical experience on fuel cycle plants and the techniques and procedures to be applied during inspections. More advanced courses are required for senior inspectors, whilst specialised courses are desirable for other key personnel. To undertake this training, access to appropriate expertise and nuclear facilities, is required and in some cases made only available by Member States. Inspectors need to develop specific listening and negotiation skills to deal confidently with difficult situations arising from disagreements with local, regional and State authorities, facility personnel in planning, conducting and reporting safeguards inspections and other activities based on Safeguards Agreements. The course objectives must be developed with the purpose to help IAEA staff and inspectors fine-tune their skills, with an emphasis on providing insights and guidance applicable in all structured negotiating situations, and specific tips for dealing with inflexible interlocutors and for handling issues arising from cultural differences and difficult personality traits. Skills required in this course include direct/positive speaking, careful listening, asking 'open' questions, impartiality, confidentiality, handling emotions, self-esteem and 'face-saving' strategies, differing ethnic/cultural value systems, and dealing with 'spoilers' and 'bad leaders'. The course facilitators must have extensive experience in diplomatic negotiation, with the ability to utilise experts and former diplomats with a high-level of experience in negotiation and professional mediation. The proposed contractor must have experience in international or multilateral political environments and must be familiar with the responsibilities and activities of the IAEA and its inspectors. The specific target for the research is considered sensitive and, therefore suppliers must meet the minimum security requirements to handle, OFFICIAL SENSITIVE information. ### Planning Information This market engagement seeks supplier feedback to inform the procurement and programme of work. Interested parties who have demonstrable experience to deliver the scope of work should contact procurement@uknnl.com before 17:00 pm on Wednesday 29th October 2025, to receive a Request for Information Questionnaire (RFI). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065475-2025 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Oct 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 29 Oct 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £200,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED | | Locality | WARRINGTON | | 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 | TLD61 Warrington | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 80510000 - Specialist training services - 98113000 - Services furnished by specialist organisations ## Release History - 15 Oct 2025 at 09:24 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065475-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065475-2025 15th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.uknnl.com - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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