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NDA/C17430/16 - GK24-28

NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY

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11 Dec 2025 at 13:41

Summary of the contracting process

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, based at Herdus House, Westlakes Science Park, Moor Row, oversaw the procurement process titled "NDA/C17430/16 - GK24-28", focusing on knowledge capture of AGR fuel behaviour during drying and dry storage. Classified under the CPV code 73000000, it pertains to research and development services. This selective procurement method was actioned via a call-off from a framework agreement, concluding with the award stage on 20th November 2025. The delivery location is identified within the UK and various international territories. The project commenced on 1st December 2025 and will conclude on 31st May 2026, with an award of £61,869.91 to the National Nuclear Laboratory.

This tender provides a strategic opportunity for businesses involved in research and development services, particularly those experienced in nuclear decommissioning and energy sectors. The procurement process, tailored through a framework agreement, highlights a significant engagement for SMEs not identified as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies focusing on consultancy related to nuclear fuel behaviour can leverage this contract to gain experience and credentials in the nuclear sector, thus enhancing their prospects for future government tenders.

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Notice Title

NDA/C17430/16 - GK24-28

Notice Description

Knowledge capture on AGR fuel behaviour during drying and dry storage

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c8206a96-16d9-4ad0-918a-993e7a70fe19
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fde0f61-a7db-4e71-bb25-ec88aec8e6b8
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£61,869 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 31 May 2026 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
NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MOOR ROW
Postcode
CA24 3HU
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
Egremont North and St Bees
Westminster Constituency
Whitehaven and Workington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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