Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bcb-0efe-715d-922b-5e55d3b4044b/hot-isostatic-pressing-hip-of-plutonium-powders-installation-and-commissioni

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# Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) of Plutonium Powders – Installation and commissioning of equipment in Central Laboratory

[Nuclear Decommissioning Authority](https://tendernation.io/buyers/nuclear-decommissioning-authority)

Estimated value

Not stated

Published

12 May 2026

Deadline

Rolling deadline

## About this tender

This requirement is for the following: The development of incorporation of Plutonium powders using Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) technology. The powders are located at Sellafield Limited, and the NNL’s Central Laboratory facility on the site is the only location where appropriate samples can be obtained. NDA will engage NNL for i installation and inactive commissioning of the equipment in the Central Laboratory. NNL will operate the equipment under a future contract.

## CPV classification

Research and experimental development services Research and development services and related consultancy services Research and testing facilities construction work Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis Radioactive-, toxic-, medical- and hazardous waste services Specialty design services Research services Plutonium Advisory and consultative engineering services Radioactive waste treatment services Waste analysis services

Source

Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-03b2b4-2026-05-12T15:35:36+01:00

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