Tender

RFI for Updated Bentonite Sourcing and Characterisation

CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE

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Tender

06 May 2021 at 07:30

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by the CTM Portal for the NDA Shared Services Alliance for the project titled "RFI for Updated Bentonite Sourcing and Characterisation." This procurement falls under the research and development services sector and is located in the United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 19 May 2021, at 17:00. The estimated contract value ranges from £200,000 to £250,000, with the contract period beginning on 19 August 2021 and concluding on 18 August 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure, ensuring a broad range of participants can engage in the process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in research and development services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can effectively demonstrate their capabilities in bentonite sourcing and characterisation. Companies that specialise in geology, materials science, or related consultancy services would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. With an emphasis on innovation and updated sourcing techniques, successful bidders have the potential to strengthen their market position and expand their operational footprint in a critical industry.

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Notice Title

RFI for Updated Bentonite Sourcing and Characterisation

Notice Description

RFI for Updated Bentonite Sourcing and Characterisation

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/965a83a2-5fe6-456e-acac-9e4d0e01f3b1
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


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Aug 2021 - 18 Aug 2023 1-2 years
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
CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 0GD
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Hendreds
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

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