Tender

Chemical Compatibility Testing

NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY

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Tender

05 Aug 2024 at 17:08

Summary of the contracting process

The National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) has issued a tender titled "Chemical Compatibility Testing" within the industry category of miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments. This procurement involves testing the chemical compatibility and permeation performance of four different polymeric materials. The delivered services must encompass locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the rest of the world, and the United Kingdom. The procurement is at the tender stage, with key dates set, including a tender period end date on 26 August 2024, and the contract period running from 1 October 2024 to 28 February 2025. The estimated contract value is between £50,000 and £80,000.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in chemical testing, laboratory services, and technical consultancy. Suppliers with experience in conducting technical testing and providing safety equipment are well-suited to compete. Additionally, businesses with capabilities in delivering comprehensive laboratory services across multiple locations will find this opportunity advantageous. The procurement process is open, making it accessible for a broad range of providers to participate and potentially expand their market reach by collaborating with a reputable institution like the National Nuclear Laboratory.

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Notice Title

Chemical Compatibility Testing

Notice Description

NNL have a requirement to understand the chemical compatibility of four different polymeric materials. Specifically, there is a requirement to investigate the permeation performance of the material(s) when in contact with any chemical which it may be exposed to during use. The test required is known as "breakthrough testing" or permeation testing and will provide information of the performance of the material when exposed to the chemicals for prolonged periods of time.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c2a2d390-ce1c-4bff-ba0f-10539740bb1e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd290c81-5cc4-4286-b1a2-6722043b1deb
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

24000000 - Chemical products

35113000 - Safety equipment

38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

71900000 - Laboratory services

98100000 - Membership organisation services

98300000 - Miscellaneous services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 1-6 months
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
NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY
Contact Name
Gemma Slocombe
Contact Email
gemma.slocombe@uknnl.com
Contact Phone
+44 1925933825

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

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