AwardedAwarded 3 December 2025
UKRI-5120 Flexible B4C neutron shielding materials
UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) · Central government
In brief
UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) awarded this contract to Mirrotron on 3 December 2025.
The notice gives a value of £400,000 excluding VAT.
The contract runs for 4 years, starting 29 November 2025.
The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
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What the notice says
UKRI wishes to establish a Contract for the provision of Flexible Neutron Shielding Sheets to guarantee a steady supply of flexible neutron shielding to cover Endeavour Program needs.
The site address for delivery of the goods and/or services is:
Science and Technology Facilities Council
Rutherford Appleton Laboratory
Harwell Campus
Didcot
OX11 0FA
The estimated value of the opportunity is £400,000.00 ex VAT across the 4-year period. This is the maximum value that can be used however, please note this is not guaranteed. .
Sample request:
UKRI STFC have requested for a sample Neutron Shielding Sheet to be produced for Q6.06. Please send to the address above for the attention of Francesco Zuddas- ISIS Department and inform us of when it is expected to arrive through the Atamis eSourcing Portal. Please be aware that samples need to be received back before or on the closing date which is 24th October 2025 at 14:00 GM
Who won
| Winner | Value | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Mirrotron 1 bid received | £400,000 | 4 December 2025 to 3 December 2029 |
| Mirrotron 1 bid received | £400,000 | Awarded 12 November 2025 |
Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.
Timeline
- Tender notice · UK4, notice 067045-2025
- Contract award notice · UK6, notice 073032-2025
- Contract details notice · UK7, notice 079302-2025
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From notice 067045-2025 on Find a Tender, first published 21 October 2025, last updated 3 December 2025. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.