---
title: "Multi-spectral self contained Asbestos Detection System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068e55"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY"
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# Multi-spectral self contained Asbestos Detection System

Buyer: NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068e55

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## Summary

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, a central government public authority based in Cumbria, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process for a Multi-spectral self-contained Asbestos Detection System. This contract was awarded directly to The University of Strathclyde, a large-scale supplier located in Glasgow, under the procurement method of direct award due to the intellectual property developed by the supplier. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with the final contract being signed on 14 May 2026, and is set to run until 13 February 2028. The tender is classified under the services industry category, specifically focusing on research and experimental development services, with a total contract value amounting to GBP 941,114.76 gross.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the research and development sector, especially those with capabilities in advanced detection technologies. SMEs and large enterprises with expertise in designing and developing similar systems could see potential for growth by aligning their services with such specialised governmental needs. The involvement of a renowned institution like The University of Strathclyde highlights the value placed on innovative solutions and provides an excellent reference point for other entities aiming to compete in this domain.

## Notice

Provision of a Multi-spectral self contained Asbestos Detection System

### Procurement Information

IP Developed by supplier

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052170-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 May 2026 - 13 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £784,262 |
| Contracts value | £784,262 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY |
| Locality | CUMBRIA |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA24 3HU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Egremont North and St Bees |
| Westminster constituency | Whitehaven and Workington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 3 Jun 2026 at 08:53 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052170-2026
- 30 Apr 2026 at 10:17 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039750-2026
- 29 Apr 2026 at 15:06 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039389-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052170-2026
  3rd June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039750-2026
  30th April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039389-2026
  29th April 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-17083

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/nuclear-decommissioning-authority
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.strath.ac.uk/

## Provenance

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