Scope
Reference
NNLC620F
Description
The UKNNL is looking to establish an open framework for software solutions and hardware in support of technical and scientific computing applications.
The envisaged scope of this framework will include:
• Development of technical and or scientific software applications covering any aspect of nuclear science and technology
• Infrastructure as code for the deployment of cloud-based applications for technical and scientific applications
• Edge computing devices and technologies, not excluding compute infrastructure, wireless and other network technologies, IoT devices to couple with sensor technologies
• Access to national level computing facilities for the development of scientific and technical solutions for the delivery of NNL's core business activities
• Software solutions for embedded devices and programmable logic controller systems for edge deployments
• Research collaborations in the field of scientific and technical computing aligned with NNL's core business activities
This framework is envisaged to be categorised into the below Lots:
Lot 1 - Infrastructure Support
Lot 2 - Software Development
Lot 3 - Edge Computing & IoT
Lot 4 - Scientific Computation Facilities
Lot 5 - Research activities
Lot 6 - Full solution build
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £5,000,000 excluding VAT
- £6,000,000 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2029
- Possible extension to 30 September 2033
- 8 years
Main category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
Contract locations
- UKD - North West (England)
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
1 August 2025
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Above or below total value threshold
Above or equal to threshold
Contracting authority
UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED
- Companies House: 03857752
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVXT-8784-YGNV
Chadwick House Warrington Road
Warrington
WA3 6AE
United Kingdom
Region: UKD61 - Warrington
Organisation type: Public authority - central government