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title: "Radiation Tolerant Sensors"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069809"
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buyer: "SELLAFIELD LIMITED"
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# Radiation Tolerant Sensors

Buyer: SELLAFIELD LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069809

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## Summary

Sellafield Limited, located in Warrington, UK, is undertaking a procurement process for "Radiation Tolerant Sensors" with an emphasis on the nuclear industry. The procurement, utilizing a direct award method, has reached the award stage as of 8th July 2026. Turck Banner Ltd has been appointed as the supplier for this contract, which involves the provision of sensors capable of operating in radiation-exposed environments essential to nuclear operations. The contract, valued at approximately £587,016 gross, encompasses the supply of 1,224 sensors meeting stringent performance standards. The contract period is set to commence on 20th July 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2027, with the delivery scheduled for the region of UKD11, United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in high-performance manufacturing, particularly those with expertise in sensor technology and semi-conductor components. The emphasis on procedural safety, asset reliability, and operational assurance within the nuclear sector underscores the demand for advanced, durable product solutions. SMEs with experience in producing reliable sensors with strict radiation tolerance specifications, particularly those with a capability to engage in technical assessments, are well placed to benefit from such procurement projects. Additionally, the procurement reinforces the need for suppliers who can innovate and create tailored outcomes to meet specific public sector needs, promoting prospective growth and development within the targeted industry.

## Notice

The Authority has a requirement for sensors that are capable of operating safely and reliably within defined radiation exposed environments associated with nuclear operations. The requirement is driven by: Nuclear safety and operational assurance Asset integrity and reliability The need for predictable performance under radiation exposure The Authority's need is outcome based and does not specify any particular manufacturer, brand, or proprietary solution. The Authority requires devices that have been independently tested to exceed a Dose of 1 x 106 Gray. The estimated requirement is for 1,224 Sensors with: 18mm diameter sensor - 18mm threaded barrel, to be supplied with 2 off M18 x 1mm locknuts Flush fitting NAMUR two wire Inductive Sensor - DC 2-wire, nom. 8.2 VDC, Output acc. to EN 60947-5-6 (NAMUR) Nominal Switching Distance 5mm - 10mm Sensor head length - Not to exceed 65mm Fitted electrical Lead (Not M12 connector) - Minimum lead length of 2 metres ATEX category II 1 G, Ex zone 0 ATEX category II 1 D, Ex zone 20 SIL2 (Low Demand Mode) acc. to IEC 61508, PL c acc. to ISO 13849-1 with HFT0 SIL3 (All Demand Mode) acc. to IEC 61508, PL e acc. to ISO 13849-1 with redundant configuration HFT1 Protection Class IP67 The Authority requires that supplied sensors are to contain Semi-Conductor (SMD/SMT) devices from the same Semi-Conductor Component Manufacture production batch. An Initial Sensor manufacturing batch of a minimum of 11 Sensors is required to allow for Sellafield Limited initiated Third Party Radiation Tolerance Testing. The remaining Semi-Conductor devices (the same Reel) are to be retained awaiting the conclusion of the Third Party Radiation Tolerance Testing. On conclusion of Radiation Tolerance Testing, if Sellafield Limited deem the sensors to be acceptable, the balance of stated Order Total are to be manufactured from the same SMD/SMT component Reel as those sensors manufactured for the purpose of the test (>=11 sensors). If, the first batch (11 off) sensors are not acceptable to Sellafield limited, a further 11 off sensors are to be produced to allow for repeat Radiation Tolerance Testing, the semi-conductor component requirements remain as above. The Sensor Manufacturer is to create a specific product Part Number for the Authority. Sellafield Ltd Quality Grade 04 for sensors produced for testing purposes, Quality Grade 03 for all other supplied sensors.

### Planning Information

The Authority invites interested suppliers to submit an expression of interest in participating in preliminary market engagement activities relating to the proposed requirement. 
As part of this engagement, the Authority is seeking supplier responses to a number of questions intended to inform of current market capability and technical solutions. Supplier feedback will assist the Authority in developing its procurement strategy and assessing potential delivery models for the future procurement.
Interested suppliers should register their interest via Atamis portal by 29th May 2026.
Further information regarding the engagement process and submission requirements will be provided to participating suppliers.
This engagement is being undertaken for information only and does not constitute a call for competition or commitment to commence a procurement procedure.

### Procurement Information

UK2 notice was published and market engagement was undertaken. Whilst there was initial interest from one alternative supplier, they later confirmed they wouldn't be able to deliver the scope. The proposed supplier solution has been tested and has shown tolerance to the effects of radiation. As such following market engagement Sellafield has concluded there is no alternative supplier.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063884-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 19 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £489,180 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SELLAFIELD 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 | TURCK BANNER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35125100 - Sensors

## Release History

- 8 Jul 2026 at 06:57 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063884-2026
- 16 Jun 2026 at 12:39 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056643-2026
- 13 May 2026 at 14:38 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044060-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063884-2026
  8th July 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056643-2026
  16th June 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044060-2026
  13th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/sellafield-ltd
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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