---
title: "Procurement & Support of Dynamic Rotary Gun & Conductivity Tester - UK4"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060933"
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# Procurement & Support of Dynamic Rotary Gun & Conductivity Tester - UK4

Buyer: DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060933

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## Summary

The procurement process is spearheaded by Defence Equipment and Support, a central government public authority based in MOD Sealand, Flintshire, United Kingdom. The current tender is titled "Procurement & Support of Dynamic Rotary Gun & Conductivity Tester - UK4" and falls within the non-destructive testing services industry category. This tender is in the active stage, with the procurement method being an open procedure, and submissions are to be made via the Defence Sourcing Portal. Key dates include the tender period closing on 4th August 2026, with the enquiry period ending on 22nd July 2026. The awarded contract is expected to commence on 7th October 2026 and may extend until 2033, considering the option for two additional years.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in non-destructive testing equipment and services. Companies meeting the technical criterion of ISO 9001:2015, or equivalent standards, are encouraged to participate. The procurement is notably suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its inclusivity. Given the open procedure, businesses of varying sizes with competitive technical and pricing propositions can vie for this substantial contract, valued gross at approximately £1,092,209. Successful bidders will not only supply essential equipment to the UK’s NDT community but also establish a long-term partnership with a key governmental body.

## Notice

There is a requirement to procure Dynamic Rotary Guns and Conductivity Measurement Testers used within the Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) community within the UK. There is currently no equipment in service and the need is vital to continue to support the NDT community

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Two option years

Renewal: Two option years

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056791-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Oct 2026 - 6 Oct 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £910,170 |
| Lots value | £910,170 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT |
| Locality | FLINTSHIRE |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH5 2LS |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL3 North Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL34 Flintshire and Wrexham |
| Local authority | Flintshire |
| Electoral ward | Queensferry and Sealand |
| Westminster constituency | Alyn and Deeside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71632200 - Non-destructive testing services

## Release History

- 16 Jun 2026 at 15:11 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056791-2026
- 19 Jan 2026 at 16:47 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004512-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056791-2026
  16th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004512-2026
  19th January 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=61193
- https://contracts.mod.uk/go/16258085019ECFC2ECFE
- https://www.gov.uk/government/groups/des-deca
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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