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Reactor physics and criticality: (a) Development of high-fidelity coupled methods for the steady-state and transient analysis of coated particle fuels, and (b) evaluation of criticality implications associated with HALEU.

NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED

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10 Dec 2024 at 16:57

Summary of the contracting process

The National Nuclear Laboratory Limited, based in Warrington, England, has completed a procurement process for specialised research and development services in the reactor physics and criticality domain. This tender, titled "Reactor physics and criticality: (a) Development of high-fidelity coupled methods for the steady-state and transient analysis of coated particle fuels, and (b) evaluation of criticality implications associated with HALEU," was issued under the NNLC321.03 contract. The procurement followed a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, valued at GBP 295,000. The contract period ran from 7th August 2024 to 31st March 2025, with services provided by The University of Manchester. The main procurement category for this tender is services related to research and development consultancy.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-fidelity coupled methods or criticality evaluation, particularly those adept at handling High-Assay Low-Enriched Uranium (HALEU). The awarded contract for research and development opens pathways for firms engaged in advanced nuclear research to collaborate with renowned institutions like The University of Manchester. Although this tender did not favour SMEs or VCSEs, it indicates a substantial investment in innovative nuclear technologies and methodologies, encouraging specialised research entities to align their capabilities with future public procurement opportunities in this sector.

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Notice Title

Reactor physics and criticality: (a) Development of high-fidelity coupled methods for the steady-state and transient analysis of coated particle fuels, and (b) evaluation of criticality implications associated with HALEU.

Notice Description

This contract has been awarded under NNLC321 - University Supply Chain Framework Lot 6. The services to be provided are a PDRA focusing on reactor physics and criticality: (a) Development of high-fidelity coupled methods for the steady-state and transient analysis of coated particle fuels, and (b) evaluation of criticality implications associated with HALEU.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7dc0799c-0c7c-4ce1-8e3a-faf19c4c84aa
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/484f6c2f-4d1f-4d61-a2e5-5b903d073564
Current Stage
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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
£295,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£295,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
6 Aug 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
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

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

Further Information

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