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Research into the effects of temperature on the criticality safety of fissile systems

HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE

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08 Nov 2017 at 10:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The Health & Safety Executive is conducting a tender titled "Research into the effects of temperature on the criticality safety of fissile systems", aimed at providing insights into significant nuclear processes and their temperature dependencies. This procurement falls under the research and development services category, with a contract value of £65,537.15. The tender was concluded on 8th September 2017, with the awarded contract effective from 8th November 2017 through to 19th February 2018. The procurement method utilised was selective, via a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a structured application process.

This contract presents an opportunity for established research firms and consultancy services specialised in nuclear safety and environmental research to expand their portfolios. As the contract is focused on technical research, businesses with expertise in nuclear physics, safety assessments, or related fields would be particularly well-placed to compete. Engaging in such projects can enhance credibility and visibility within the nuclear energy sector, propelling further business growth and partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Research into the effects of temperature on the criticality safety of fissile systems

Notice Description

Provide details of the important nuclear processes at play (changes in reaction rates from Doppler broadening/narrowing, Fermi age, increases in cross-sections) and how these may change with temperature. The important physical changes that will occur with variations in temperature and how this can affect the neutron multiplication.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6affb02e-817d-4689-943c-8ddf544544e5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b6fe9fe-6ac3-429e-8f50-a5775b7cdfdf
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
£65,537 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£65,537 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Nov 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Sep 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Oct 20178 years ago
Contract Period
8 Nov 2017 - 19 Feb 2018 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BOOTLE
Postcode
L20 7HS
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Linacre
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AMEC FOSTER WHEELER

Further Information

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