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University R&D services for EIRT cement analytical work

UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED

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12 Feb 2026 at 08:39

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Limited, which has awarded a contract for University R&D services related to EIRT cement analytical work. The University of Sheffield is involved as the supplier for this project, focusing on providing technical consultancy and analytical support. Categorised under research and development services, the contract was a call-off from a framework agreement, valued at £58,920. Located in England, the process transitioned from the tender stage to award on 9th February 2026, aligning with the contract period running until 9th February 2027.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for large-scale enterprises with expertise in research and development services, particularly within the realm of technical consultancy and analytical work. As the procurement method was selective, a framework agreement facilitated the engagement of specialized suppliers like the University of Sheffield. Companies capable of similar high-level R&D support stand to gain from such contracts, given the sustainable demand for innovative solutions and consultancy services related to the nuclear sector's operational needs in the UK.

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Notice Title

University R&D services for EIRT cement analytical work

Notice Description

This contract is for the provision of technical consultancy support by the University of Sheffield and technical analysis, and interpretation of samples produced at UKNNL.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-667c8679-447f-49ed-bf24-a9ebaf5d6fab
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f11c709-c702-478c-9d62-f19d47364131
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£58,920 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£58,920 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 9 Feb 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA3 6AE
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD61 Warrington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Birchwood
Westminster Constituency
Warrington North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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