Planning

PIN - Engineering Barrier Systems & Material Science Framework

NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES

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Planning

29 Jul 2024 at 14:29

Summary of the contracting process

The buying organisation, Nuclear Waste Services (NWS), has announced a planning stage for a future tender titled "PIN - Engineering Barrier Systems & Material Science Framework". This procurement pertains to the research consultancy services industry (CPV code: 73210000) and targets projects related to the engineered barrier systems (EBS) and materials science framework suitable for geological disposal facilities in the UK. The procurement process aims to engage suppliers to understand market capacity and capability. Businesses should note the essential milestone, with engagement ending on 6th September 2024. The procurement process involves services across a broad geographical scope including the United Kingdom, British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other international locations. This tender involves a total estimated value of £58,000,000 and is tailored towards both SMEs and VCSEs.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development, particularly those with expertise in engineering, materials science, and waste management. Companies that can provide innovative solutions for the EBS, container materials, and related accident performance research and testing stand to benefit from this framework. It encourages involvement from SMEs and VCSEs, highlighting the accessibility of this opportunity to smaller and socially-focused enterprises. Given the substantial budget and wide-ranging applications, this procurement process is well-suited for businesses looking to expand their research and consultancy services in the nuclear waste sector.

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Notice Title

PIN - Engineering Barrier Systems & Material Science Framework

Notice Description

Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) would like to notify suppliers of future requirements and engage with the market to understand what it can provide in terms of capacity and capability to deliver Research & Development services for the Engineered Barrier Systems (EBS) and Materials Science Framework. This framework will enable the development of the EBS and container materials which can be deployed in a UK site-specific geological disposal facility. This framework also includes provision for waste package accident performance research and testing.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-17434998-b900-4cc4-b1b0-ad41affe14f1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2823e9ae-4f46-494d-97f9-39fb89b2d64e
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

73110000 - Research services

73111000 - Research laboratory services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£58,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Sep 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CALDERBRIDGE
Postcode
CA20 1DB
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Gosforth
Westminster Constituency
Whitehaven and Workington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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