Tender

Impact of highly saline UK groundwaters on bentonite performance

CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE

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Tender

20 Dec 2021 at 14:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Impact of highly saline UK groundwaters on bentonite performance" is being conducted by the CTM Portal for the NDA Shared Services Alliance. This tender falls under the research and development services category and is located in the United Kingdom. Currently in the Tender stage, the tender period is set to close on 18 January 2022, with a total contract value of £700,000, and a minimum estimated value of £550,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, focusing on assessing bentonites properties in the context of UK Lower Strength Sedimentary Rock groundwater chemistries.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in research and consultancy services related to environmental studies and materials science. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in geological assessments, materials testing, or environmental consultancy would be well-suited to compete, potentially contributing essential insights that inform the project's objectives. This project offers a pathway for SMEs to engage in valuable contracts within the evolving sector of environmental and waste management services, ultimately supporting their growth in a competitive marketplace.

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Notice Title

Impact of highly saline UK groundwaters on bentonite performance

Notice Description

The aim of this project is to investigate the impact of UK Lower Strength Sedimentary Rock groundwater chemistries on bentonites properties and assess the impact this has on bentonite meeting its safety function as a local buffer, mass backfill and seal material.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/813a14d3-8017-4405-8041-13deaa52b461
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2022 - 1 May 2025 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 0GD
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Hendreds
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

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