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University Interactions - NDA Research Portfolio

NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY

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20 Apr 2026 at 10:42

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "University Interactions - NDA Research Portfolio". This tender involves research and development services and related consultancy services, classified under CPV code 73000000. The planned contract period ranges from April 2028 to March 2030, with the possibility of renewal until March 2032. The procurement is being managed in Cumbria, United Kingdom, with a projected future notice release date of February 2028. As a public authority under central government, the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority offers opportunities that align with service provision, particularly within the research sector, as part of their framework to foster academic interactions.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in research and consultancy services. Businesses with expertise in research and development are well-positioned to compete for this framework agreement, offering a chance to collaborate with a central governmental body dedicated to nuclear decommissioning processes. Engaging in this project can enhance a company's portfolio by contributing to strategic research initiatives and establishing long-term partnerships within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

University Interactions - NDA Research Portfolio

Notice Description

University Interactions - NDA Research Portfolio - Framework

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068627
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035550-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Feb 20282 years to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2028 - 30 Mar 2030 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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