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    ContractsAutomated Sample Collection Using a Robot
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    Automated Sample Collection Using a Robot

    Awarded
    £194.6k
    Published 16 Dec 2025

    The UK Atomic Energy Authority is seeking suppliers to explore the feasibility of using a quadruped robot, known as Spot, for remote health physics sample collection. This initiative aims to minimize the exposure of health physics technicians to hazardous environments by utilizing robotic technology

    🇬🇧United KingdomPublished 16 Dec 2025· 10 months agoviaContracts Finder
    Awarded
    £194.6k
    Published 16 Dec 2025

    Decision brief

    4 fields
    • Contract value
      est.£194,602
      Pounds sterling
    • Tender closed
      3 Dec 2025
      10 months ago
    • Sector
      Research & Innovation
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom

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    1 supplier
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      AMENTUM CLEAN ENERGY LIMITED
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    Lifecycle

    Awarded

    Contract awarded. Originally published 10 months ago.

    16 Dec 2025Today3 Dec 2025

    Brief

    The UK Atomic Energy Authority is seeking suppliers to explore the feasibility of using a quadruped robot, known as Spot, for remote health physics sample collection. This initiative aims to minimize the exposure of health physics technicians to hazardous environments by utilizing robotic technology for swabbing tasks. The selected contractor will be responsible for capturing requirements, designing, manufacturing, delivering, and demonstrating the functionality of specialized sample collection tools that interface with Spot's robotic arm. Key tasks include evaluating Spot's autonomous navigation and the performance of its robotic arm, with a strong emphasis on software development and hardware evaluation. Additional hardware that enhances the overall solution will also be considered. The deadline for submissions is December 3, 2025, and the contract value is approximately £194,602. For more details, visit the [Contracts Finder](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/07514535-8514-4637-b35a-833cd61d6143).

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    Publisher
    UK Cabinet Office
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    contractsfinder.service.gov.uk
    Record ID
    07514535-8514-4637-b35a-833cd61d6143

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