Planning

Alternative materials for encapsulation of nuclear waste in a net zero world

NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED

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Planning

14 Dec 2021 at 08:56

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Nuclear Laboratory Limited is initiating a procurement process titled "Alternative materials for encapsulation of nuclear waste in a net zero world," classified under the nuclear fuels category. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a significant engagement milestone deadline set for 31 January 2022. An online workshop for interested parties is scheduled for January 2022, providing an opportunity for questions and discussions related to the challenge. Further details about the procurement can be found on the Game Changers website, where the challenge will be further advertised throughout December 2021 and January 2022.

This tender presents a unique opportunity for businesses specialising in innovative materials and technologies relevant to nuclear waste encapsulation. Companies with expertise in research, development, and sustainability practices may find this a valuable prospect to expand their operations. The challenge is open to all organisations capable of meeting the specified technical requirements, with an emphasis on encouraging small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to apply. Engaging with this process could lead to significant growth through potential future procurement opportunities linked to the findings from the Game Changers programme.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Alternative materials for encapsulation of nuclear waste in a net zero world

Notice Description

This PIN is to inform the supply chain that the National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) are seeking innovative approaches for encapsulation of low- and intermediate-level nuclear waste in a net-zero world. This challenge will be administered though the Game Changers programme and advertised on their website during December 2021/ January 2022. A challenge statement published on the website will provide a detailed overview of the challenge requirements along with any constraints and restrictions. An online workshop will be held in January to provide an opportunity for Q&A with the challenge owners. Details of the workshop and how to register for it will be shared on the Game Changers website. Interested technology providers should complete and submit a Game Changers application via the Game Changers website www.gamechangers.technology. The challenge is open to any organisation who feel they can meet the technical requirements. The closing date for applications is 31 January 2022. Interested organisations should note that the issue of this PIN may not result in a full procurement exercise being conducted. The outcome of the Game Changers challenge will determine whether a full procurement exercise will follow. We would therefore encourage any organisation which has the capability, knowledge and experience in this area to respond to this PIN and visit the Game Changers (https://www.gamechangers.technology/) website for further information on the Game Changers challenge. If NNL progress to a future procurement opportunity in this area, the learning gathered from the Game Changers technology study may be shared with all potential suppliers, noting that commercially sensitive information will not be included. Additional information: For full details please visit the Game Changers website at https://www.gamechangers.technology/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e5fcd89c-f838-40ac-b6a3-f749e60a6652
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d3ac769-1c65-4ae0-b975-cadff610cf58
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

09340000 - Nuclear fuels

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

90521500 - Packaging of radioactive waste

90521510 - Packaging of low level nuclear waste

90521520 - Packaging of intermediate level nuclear waste

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Jan 2022Expired
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
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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