Planning

University Interactions - NDA Research Portfolio

NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY

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PlanningUpdate

10 Jun 2026 at 15:24

Planning

20 Apr 2026 at 10:42

Summary of the contracting process

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA), part of the central government public authority in the United Kingdom, is in the planning stage for a procurement titled "University Interactions - NDA Research Portfolio." The tender involves research and development services, specifically a framework for the NDA group, and is set to commence on 1st April 2027, running until 30th March 2029, with a potential extension until 31st March 2031. Located in Cumbria, the buying authority aims to engage through an open procurement process below the threshold value, providing a framework agreement suitable for SMEs.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for SMEs in the research and development sector. Businesses with expertise in consultancy services related to R&D can leverage this framework to build long-term relationships with the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority. The potential extension indicates enduring involvement and business opportunities, making it an attractive prospect for companies looking to expand their service offerings within public sector projects. This procurement encourages innovation and collaboration between the NDA and the participating universities, fostering an environment conducive to technological advancements and enhanced service delivery.

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Notice Title

University Interactions - NDA Research Portfolio

Notice Description

University Interactions - NDA Research Portfolio - Framework for NDA group

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068627
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054904-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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
£16,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Feb 20282 years to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 30 Mar 2029 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA24 3HU
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Egremont North and St Bees
Westminster Constituency
Whitehaven and Workington

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