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title: "Tritium Safety Diagnostics"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c779"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-07-09"
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# Tritium Safety Diagnostics

Buyer: UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c779

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## Summary

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is spearheading a procurement process for the Tritium Safety Diagnostics project, currently in the planning stage as of July 2026. This initiative focuses on the Lithium Breeding Tritium Innovation (LIBRTI) Programme, aiming to enhance the UK’s capability in fusion fuel technologies by ensuring safety and environmental protection through robust monitoring systems. The procurement pertains to the goods category, specifically nuclear safety equipment and radiation monitors, to be deployed at the Culham Science Centre in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom. An initial deadline for engagement is set for 23 July 2026, with a formal notice anticipated by 30 July 2026. The total contract value is projected at £480,000, with the performance period slated from September 2026 to March 2027.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in nuclear safety and radiation monitoring equipment, particularly those focused on innovation and advancing fusion energy solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises are encouraged to participate, offering potential to establish strong partnerships with a leading research authority. Success in this procurement could enable a foothold in the burgeoning fusion energy sector, capitalising on cutting-edge developments within the UK and beyond. The project not only offers substantial growth potential within the nuclear field but also aligns with broader energy and environmental safety initiatives.

## Notice

Within UKAEA the Lithium Breeding Tritium Innovation (LIBRTI) Programme seeks to create a world leading UK capability for demonstrating the feasibility of powerplant relevant fusion fuel technologies. As part of the facility the Tritium Safety Diagnostics System shall provide continuous monitoring, detection and quantification within the LIBRTI facility to ensure protection of personnel, the environment, and plant assets while enabling safe operation of tritium breeding experiments.

### Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=107267&TID=100112354&B=

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064693-2026 |
| 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 | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2026 - 1 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| 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 | UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | OXFORDSHIRE |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX14 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 35113210 - Nuclear safety equipment
- 38341200 - Radiation dosimeters
- 38341600 - Radiation monitors
- 90721600 - Radiation protection services

## Release History

- 9 Jul 2026 at 12:10 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064693-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064693-2026
  9th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=107267&TID=100112354&B=
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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