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United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Limited · Public undertaking

In brief

United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Limited has announced plans to buy this contract. This is an early notice: there is nothing to bid on yet, but it tells you a tender may follow.

The notice does not state a value.

The contract runs for 6 months, up to 1 year with extensions, starting 16 October 2026.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.

Can I win this?

Competition

Usually high: a median of 12 bids per contract for this buyer (from 13 awards in the last 12 months).

What the notice says

UKNNL wishes to install a test rig which will consist of a powder feed equipment, a rotary kiln, powder collection, and an off gas scrubber. An associated control system and safety PLC will also be required as part of the procurement. The test rig shall be assembled as a module / skid with ancillary equipment / pipework provided for tie into UKNNL's designated location. UKNNL will undertake vendor engagement & issue a detailed process design pack along with preliminary EC&I documentation & mechanical layouts.

How to bid

  1. Read the full notice on Find a Tender, including any tender documents it links to.
  2. Register your organisation on the Central Digital Platform (through Find a Tender) if you have not already. Suppliers need to be registered to take part in procurements under the Procurement Act 2023.
  3. Follow the submission instructions in the notice; it does not name an e-tendering portal.

Timeline

  1. Preliminary market engagement notice · UK2, notice 073887-2026

About the buyer

From notice 073887-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 4 August 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.