---
title: "Supply and Installation of a Load Frame"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e1db"
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buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED"
published: "2025-11-14"
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# Supply and Installation of a Load Frame

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e1db

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Supply and Installation of a Load Frame" project was conducted by the United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Limited, located in Warrington, UK. This tender falls under the goods industry category, specifically for machines and apparatus for testing and measuring, with delivery expected in the region of UKD11. The procurement method used was direct, classified as below threshold without competition. The contract award was confirmed on 30th October 2025, and the contract will be active from 18th November 2025 to 31st January 2030, involving a total gross amount of GBP 208,160.40.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in machinery and apparatus for testing and measuring. The contract with ITW Limited, based in Windsor, showcases the potential for large-scale suppliers to build relationships with sub-central government authorities. Companies that specialise in the manufacturing and installation of complex machinery could find growth prospects in participating in similar projects, especially when direct agreements offer streamlined bidding processes. Such engagements can provide a platform for establishing long-term associations with public authorities, fostering business expansion in the nuclear energy sector.

## Notice

Replacement of an existing Load Frame to support an integrated furnace.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074132-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 18 Nov 2025 - 31 Jan 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £208,160 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ITW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

## Release History

- 14 Nov 2025 at 16:01 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074132-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074132-2025
  14th November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.hobartuk.com
- http://www.uknnl.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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