Tender

Impact of highly saline UK groundwaters on bentonite performance

RADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT

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Planning

20 Dec 2021 at 13:57

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Radioactive Waste Management organisation is currently seeking tenders for a project titled "Impact of highly saline UK groundwaters on bentonite performance," which falls under the category of research and development services. This procurement process, classified as a selective method, is in the planning phase with a tender period ending on 18 January 2022. The total value of the contract is £650,000, and the project is based in the UK, specifically focusing on assessing the properties of bentonite in relation to UK Lower Strength Sedimentary Rock groundwater chemistries.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental research, geology, or consultancy services related to nuclear waste management. Companies with expertise in groundwater analysis and bentonite materials would be particularly well-suited to compete for this project. Engaging in this tender can not only lead to financial growth but also enhance a firm's profile within the nuclear decommissioning sector, aligning with the UK's ongoing efforts in managing radioactive waste effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Impact of highly saline UK groundwaters on bentonite performance

Notice Description

The aim of this project is to investigate the impact of UK Lower Strength Sedimentary Rock groundwater chemistries on bentonites properties and assess the impact this has on bentonite meeting its safety function as a local buffer, mass backfill and seal material.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The aim of this project is to investigate the impact of UK Lower Strength Sedimentary Rock groundwater chemistries on bentonites properties and assess the impact this has on bentonite meeting its safety function as a local buffer, mass backfill and seal material.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-030399
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031778-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£650,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£650,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT
Contact Name
Katya Addiego
Contact Email
katya.addiego@nda.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1925802894

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

Further Information

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