---
title: "Procurement of Endoscope Cameras for UKNNL plant inspections"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06814e"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED"
published: "2026-04-13"
---

# Procurement of Endoscope Cameras for UKNNL plant inspections

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06814e

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## Summary

The United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Limited (UKNNL) is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the acquisition of endoscope cameras, with a potential requirement for up to three systems, including one ATEX-rated device. This procurement, identified by tender ID NNLC752, is categorised under the goods industry, specifically focusing on checking and testing apparatus as well as optical instruments. The planned engagement is not a competitive tender but a market research initiative aimed at gathering information through Requests for Information (RFI) due by 30th April 2026. The procurement is scheduled to cover a contract period from 1st June 2026 until 1st September 2026, with the UKNNL's headquarters located in Warrington, United Kingdom.

This initiative presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in optical instrumentation and endoscopic technology. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), in particular, may find this contract appealing due to its specification for such suitability. The focus on procuring advanced endoscopic systems, including ATEX-rated devices, indicates an interest in suppliers with specific technical capabilities and industry expertise. Interested businesses can leverage this opportunity for growth by engaging with UKNNL's market engagement activities, positioning themselves as capable partners ready to meet the sophisticated technical requirements of this procurement process.

## Notice

UKNNL is exploring the potential requirement for up to three endoscope systems which may include one ATEX-rated device and 2 standard (non-Atex-rated) devices. These would be required for deployment by UKNNL between April 2026 - March 2027. A Draft scope shall be provided to those suppliers who may be interested in this opportunity.

### Planning Information

Engagement is for market research purposes only and is not a call for competition or commitment to award.
Any interested suppliers are invited to contact stacey.o'driscoll@uknnl.com at which point a Request for Information (RFI) shall be issued for completion alongside a draft scope. RFI's shall need to be completed and returned no later than 30th April 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033430-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 1 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
- 38600000 - Optical instruments

## Release History

- 13 Apr 2026 at 15:33 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033430-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033430-2026
  13th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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