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Underpinning of JRP Waste Processes and JRP Waste Disposability Study

UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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28 May 2021 at 11:00

Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is seeking proposals for a tender titled "Underpinning of JRP Waste Processes and JRP Waste Disposability Study," aimed at enhancing waste management strategies for the Jet Repurposing Programme (JRP). This procurement is classified under research and development consultancy services and hazardous waste services, with an emphasis on innovative disposal techniques for waste generated by nuclear fusion activities. The tender period concludes on 25th June 2021, and the contract is expected to start shortly afterwards on 26th June 2021, with a defined end date of 27th June 2021. The work will be executed at locations in South East England.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in waste management, radioactive waste disposal, consultancy services, and research and development. Companies that focus on innovative waste treatment solutions or have expertise in navigating complex waste acceptance criteria would be particularly well-placed to compete for this contract. Firms capable of addressing the unique challenges posed by the disposal of fusion-related materials are encouraged to participate, leveraging their capabilities to support the JRP's goals of safe and efficient waste disposal.

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Notice Title

Underpinning of JRP Waste Processes and JRP Waste Disposability Study

Notice Description

The following outlines a study to underpin the most suitable strategy and processes for wastes arising from the Jet Repurposing Programme (JRP). The JRP is the programme run by UKAEA to repurpose components from the JET fusion reactor system and the associated peripheral infrastructure / affiliate plants. The main goal of the programme is to deviate from a baseline of disposing of JET materials as ILW material, and instead using novel techniques to convert and treat wastes to LLW for disposal. There has been, and continues to be, significant work researching these waste treatment options, the likely forms and amounts of waste and the likely disposal options for wastes. In addition to this main body of work, there is an additional task to form an understanding of the disposability of all JRP wastes (not just ILW) to LLWR. The wastes arising from fusion systems deviate significantly from those of other nuclear sites, and hence there is uncertainty in the disposal options for such a large volume of predominantly novel radioactive wastes. The second phase of work required is a study of the disposal options for wastes from JRP activities as LLW to LLWR. The LLWR Waste Acceptance Criteria (WAC) are complex and the appropriate and efficient disposal of JRP wastes hinges on the meeting of this WAC. The wastes arising from JRP activities are of various form, composition and have distinct radiological and chemical properties compared to much of the waste commonly accepted by LLWR. It is required that the output of this task is the formation of a summary report which covers the above points and identifies the key disposability options for some of the waste which may not be suitable for LLWR. There is also the requirement for a table summarising the wastes which may not be destined for LLWR, the potential alternative disposal route, and key properties of the wastes which define the chosen disposal option. It is required that the task can identify additional opportunities to dispose of or further treat / reuse JRP wastes which preclude disposal at LLWR.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d112fad7-d16d-4e50-9b30-42f083d288cd
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

90520000 - Radioactive-, toxic-, medical- and hazardous waste services

90521300 - Disposal of radioactive waste

90521500 - Packaging of radioactive waste

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Jun 2021 - 27 Jun 2021 30 days
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
UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Matt Burton
Contact Email
matt.burton@ukaea.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ABINGDON
Postcode
OX14 3DB
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

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