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title: "Agreement to DEVELOP A PROTOTYPE LEAK TESTING SOLUTION FOR NUCLEAR TRANSPORT"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065f78"
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buyer: "INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES LIMITED"
published: "2026-03-02"
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# Agreement to DEVELOP A PROTOTYPE LEAK TESTING SOLUTION FOR NUCLEAR TRANSPORT

Buyer: INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065f78

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## Summary

International Nuclear Services Limited has awarded a contract to Lancaster Instruments Ltd for developing a prototype leak testing solution for nuclear transport packages. The contract, aimed at research and experimental development services, involves design work, testing, and refinement to meet technical and environmental requirements. The procurement process was carried out through a direct method without competition, as it was below the threshold. The contract, signed on 23rd February 2026, will be active from 2nd March 2026 to 31st March 2026, offering a total value of £120,000 GBP, inclusive of taxes. This opportunity, classified under services in the public authority - sub-central government sector, represents the award stage of the procurement process.

This tender opens avenues for businesses engaged in experimental development and research services, particularly those with experience in technical design within the nuclear industry. As the procurement method did not involve competition, it highlights a niche opportunity ideal for entities capable of meeting specific requirements without extensive bidding processes. Enterprises specialising in research and development, particularly SMEs like Lancaster Instruments Ltd, who possess innovative capabilities and understand stringent environmental standards, are well-suited to compete for similar contracts. Opportunities of this nature can catalyse business growth through innovation in advanced testing solutions and collaboration with leading nuclear transport organisations.

## Notice

NTS has placed a contract agreement for the DEVELOP A PROTOTYPE LEAK TESTING SOLUTION FOR NUCLEAR TRANSPORT PACKAGES. This requirement concerns the production of a prototype only, involving design work, testing, and refinement to meet the unique technical and environmental requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018394-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details 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 | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £100,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | WARRINGTON |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA3 6GR |
| 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 | LANCASTER INSTRUMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services

## Release History

- 2 Mar 2026 at 12:25 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018394-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018394-2026
  2nd March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.nucleartransportsolutions.com

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