---
title: "VP Chemical Testing Phase III"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cfbd"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED"
published: "2026-07-21"
---

# VP Chemical Testing Phase III

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cfbd

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## Summary

The public procurement process described involves the United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Limited, located in Warrington, acting as the buying organisation. The project is titled "VP Chemical Testing Phase III" and falls under the services category, specifically related to research and experimental development. The procurement method used was direct and conducted below threshold without competition, and the process has reached the stage of contract award. The contract commenced on 30th April 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2027. This initiative is part of an ongoing research programme for Sellafield, focusing on the development of vapour phase technology for decontaminating materials.

This tender provides an opportunity for businesses involved in research and technology development services, particularly those with expertise in decontamination processes, to align themselves with significant projects at the forefront of nuclear research and safety. Although the contract was awarded directly, indicating potential exclusivity or specialised requirements, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in this field, similar to the awarded supplier, Process Decontamination Systems Limited, may find future opportunities with the National Nuclear Laboratory by demonstrating niche capabilities and innovative solutions.

## Notice

This procurement is for the continued development of vapor phase technology for use in decontaminating materials as part of ongoing research programme for Sellafield.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068651-2026 |
| 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 | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 29 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £102,902 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PROCESS DECONTAMINATION SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2026 at 10:57 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068651-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068651-2026
  21st July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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