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Student Agreement for Study of smouldering combustion in timber

INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES LIMITED

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25 Mar 2026 at 21:18

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25 Feb 2026 at 08:04

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25 Feb 2026 at 07:56

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16 Feb 2026 at 12:25

Summary of the contracting process

International Nuclear Services Limited is facilitating a procurement process to establish a studentship agreement with the University of Edinburgh. The project, titled "Student Agreement for Study of Smouldering Combustion in Timber," falls within the research services industry and aims at contributing to the understanding of smouldering rates for shock absorbers in a nuclear context. This direct award process has been justified on the grounds of novel research importance and is structured as a contract between the buyer organisation based in Warrington, United Kingdom, and the supplier entity located in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. The agreement is complete, with the contract period running from the 1st of September 2026 to the 31st of August 2030, designed to raise valuable insights over its duration.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for research-based institutions and businesses specialising in innovative scientific investigations connected to the nuclear sector. Companies focusing on research and development, particularly in prototype development, can benefit from engaging with such contractual work, which contributes directly to the advancement of nuclear safety components. The agreement's rationale includes considerations for above threshold procurement requirements, yet promotes the involvement of capable SMEs and VCSE organisations, fostering collaborative efforts in research and technological advancement. Businesses with expertise in the specified area can leverage this engagement to expand their market presence and heighten their profile within the nuclear industry.

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Notice Title

Student Agreement for Study of smouldering combustion in timber

Notice Description

A studentship agreement is being established with the University of Edinburgh to enable the engagement of a student who will undertake a study on smouldering combustion in timber. This Award Notice is being issued alongside a separate Award Notice relating to an associated Collaboration Agreement. See link for contract award notice relating to the collab agreement. https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016698-2026 OCID ref: ocds-h6vhtk-0654ba INS Atamis ref: C29775 Atamis supplier portal link: https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/Welcome The combined total contract value of both agreements is above the procurement thresholds as per PA23 Schedule 1. Considered individually, each agreement falls below that threshold. Supplier details: University Court of the University of Edinburgh, under registration number SC005336 incorporated under the Universities (Scotland) Acts and having its main administrative offices at Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh, EH8 9YL.

Procurement Information

This Direct Award justification is selected on the basis that this is novel research. It is contributing to the research and development against a nuclear package, as this research will feed into the early stages of the shock absorber smouldering rates. NTS intend to observe an 8 day voluntary standstill ending 25th Feb

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0654c9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027598-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£126,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£126,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20233 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
INTERNATIONAL NUCLEAR SERVICES 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 6GR
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

Further Information

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