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title: "Muon Technical De-risking Programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06127a"
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buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED"
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# Muon Technical De-risking Programme

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06127a

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Muon Technical De-risking Programme" is led by the United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Limited, located in Warrington, UK. This initiative is classified within the industry category of "Research and development services and related consultancy services," emphasising laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The project is currently in the contract amendment stage, with recent updates on 12th April 2026 and 9th April 2026. The original tender was initiated through a direct procurement method without competition, consistent with a below-threshold framework. Notably, the project encompasses a modification to supply additional goods and services, impacting the estimated contract value throughout its duration. Recent amendments reflect an adjusted gross value of £240,000 as of the latest contract changes.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in muon imaging technology and research and development consultancy services related to nuclear site decommissioning. SMEs like Lynkeos Technology Limited, based in Renfrew, UK, are well-positioned to engage, as seen by their active role in this contract. The procurement process accommodates enhanced system development, making it ideal for enterprises capable of leveraging advanced technological solutions to meet specific nuclear industry demands. These adjustments indicate potential for further project scope, appealing to businesses prepared to adapt and expand within this specialised niche.

## Notice

Under a Muon de-risking programme there is further scope of work for system enhancement using muon imaging technology. This was designed, developed, and commercialize using muon imaging techniques to meet the challenges and requirements of nuclear site decommissioning and waste characterization.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033017-2026 |
| Notice type | UK10 - Contract Change Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 19 Feb 2026 - 26 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £187,995 |

## 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 | LYNKEOS TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 12 Apr 2026 at 13:24 - ContractAmendment - UK10 - Contract Change Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033017-2026
- 9 Apr 2026 at 13:21 - ContractAmendment - UK10 - Contract Change Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032450-2026
- 29 Jan 2026 at 18:12 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008254-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033017-2026
  12th April 2026 - Contract change notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032450-2026
  9th April 2026 - Contract change notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008254-2026
  29th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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