Planning

PIN - Inventory & Wasteform Evolution Framework

NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES

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Planning

12 Aug 2024 at 10:12

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) has initiated the planning stage for a new procurement process titled "PIN - Inventory & Wasteform Evolution Framework." This tender falls under the category of Research and Development services and related consultancy services. As of 12th August 2024, NWS is engaging the market to assess the capabilities and capacities of potential suppliers. The procurement will facilitate the development of experimental and modelling services for waste and wasteform evolution within the Geological Disposal Facility (GDF) programme. Key engagement milestones include the engagement end date set for 20th September 2024. The services are required globally, including regions such as the United Kingdom, Europe, and other international locations, with a total estimated value of £66.5 million.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research, experimental development, engineering-related scientific services, and consultancy to contribute to a high-profile project within the nuclear waste management sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. By engaging in this procurement, businesses can enhance their market presence, expand their portfolio, and demonstrate their expertise in providing innovative solutions for handling and evolving wasteforms. The framework aims to build a robust supply chain capable of delivering critical R&D services, making it a lucrative opportunity for companies with relevant skills and experience.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PIN - Inventory & Wasteform Evolution 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 Inventory & Wasteform Evolution Framework. This framework will enable the development of a supply-chain-based experimental and modelling services capability for waste and wasteform evolution testing within the Geological Disposal Facility (GDF) programme.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ada8e864-8b57-49bb-b1ca-99e5ad30bc6f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a8c0bd2-481f-4a4f-90a9-5be5ae8e0872
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
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

73120000 - Experimental development services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£66,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 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

Buyer & Supplier

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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