Planning

Academic Research and Development Projects in Advanced Nuclear Technology

NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED

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03 Sep 2021 at 11:52

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Nuclear Laboratory Limited is initiating a procurement process for "Academic Research and Development Projects in Advanced Nuclear Technology" to support research in areas such as hydrogen production and the recovery of radioactive waste. This process is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 30th September 2021. The opportunity is intended for academic institutions and focuses on proposals that utilise nuclear technology as a part of a low-carbon economy. Interested parties must submit their proposals through the Game Changers online application system by the deadline of 12 noon on the aforementioned date. The location for this procurement is the United Kingdom, within the nuclear fuels industry category.

This tender presents significant opportunities for academic institutions that specialise in research and development, particularly those with expertise in nuclear technology and related fields. Businesses that are well-equipped to compete include universities, research organisations, and consultancy firms focused on experimental development and nuclear science. Engaging with this procurement can lead to potential involvement in future projects with the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy and the National Nuclear Laboratory, advancing the participants' capabilities and influence within the nuclear sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Academic Research and Development Projects in Advanced Nuclear Technology

Notice Description

This PIN is to inform the supply chain that on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and the National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL), Game Changers are inviting proposals from academic institutions for access to facilities at NNL's Preston Laboratory to undertake research and development projects focussing on advanced nuclear technology. BEIS and NNL will be seeking proposals that explore all potential uses of nuclear technology as part of a low carbon economy. This includes, but is not limited to, research projects investigating: * The use of nuclear technologies in hydrogen production, direct heat for industrial or domestic use, energy storage, chemical synthesis and production of medical isotopes * Technologies that enable the recovery and reuse of radioactive waste material for energy and non-energy use * Technologies that reduce the cost of advanced nuclear systems * Mechanisms of enabling licensing and validation of new technologies * Opportunities to derive additional value from advanced nuclear systems This call will be administered though the Game Changers programme and advertised on their website (https://www.gamechangers.technology/) during September 2020. The challenge is open to any academic institution who feels they can meet the requirements detailed in the call. Interested parties must submit proposals using the Game Changers online application system. The deadline for applications is 12 noon on Thursday 30th September 2021. Interested parties should note that the issue of this PIN may not result in a full procurement exercise being conducted. We would encourage any academic institution which has the relevant capability, knowledge and experience to respond to this PIN to visit the Game Changers website for further information on this Game Changers call for proposals. If BEIS and NNL progress to a future procurement opportunity for research and development projects focussing on advanced nuclear technology, the learning gathered from the Game Changers research and development project may be shared with all potential suppliers, noting that commercially sensitive information will not be included.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e8cc3a28-9988-46af-8b83-d4fcb138a9be
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91fab412-92ec-4bc5-98b3-89cb8269372d
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
Not specified
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

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

90521100 - Collection of radioactive waste

90521300 - Disposal 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
3 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Sep 2021Expired
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
Rabia Khan
Contact Email
rabia.khan@uknnl.com
Contact Phone
01925 939481

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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