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title: "NDA/C17430/07 - Summary of Thorp Plutonium Powder Production"
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# NDA/C17430/07 - Summary of Thorp Plutonium Powder Production

Buyer: NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0663d4a2-2e13-4c17-8667-6aa398217059

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## Summary

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) has concluded the procurement process for project "NDA/C17430/07 - Summary of Thorp Plutonium Powder Production" under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services. The procurement method was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. This award stage process concluded on 1st August 2024, with the contract set to commence on 23rd August 2024 and run through to 7th March 2025. The project, budgeted between £50,000 and £100,000, covers delivery to multiple locations including the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and worldwide.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research and development services, especially those equipped to handle projects in the nuclear sector. The contract, awarded to the National Nuclear Laboratory, emphasises the NDA’s interest in experienced suppliers within the specialised field of plutonium powder production. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are also considered suitable, fostering growth opportunities for businesses capable of providing innovative consultancy and technical services within the specified contract duration. The detailed procurement process and clear timelines make this an attractive prospect for eligible firms aiming to expand their footprint in government contracts related to nuclear decommissioning and related projects.

## Notice

NDA/C17430/07 - Summary of Thorp Plutonium Powder Production

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af7bb797-ddbe-416e-9c97-84a62cee8506 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 22 Aug 2024 - 7 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £87,729 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY |
| Locality | MOOR ROW, CUMBRIA |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA24 3HU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Egremont North and St Bees |
| Westminster constituency | Whitehaven and Workington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2024 at 10:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af7bb797-ddbe-416e-9c97-84a62cee8506

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af7bb797-ddbe-416e-9c97-84a62cee8506
  8th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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