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title: "Electrochemical method for removal of PyC coating from reject coated HALEU kernels"
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# Electrochemical method for removal of PyC coating from reject coated HALEU kernels

Buyer: NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-09d0dd92-f5de-4ce2-b831-4a546b349626

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## Summary

The National Nuclear Laboratory Limited has completed a procurement process for the project titled "Electrochemical method for removal of PyC coating from reject coated HALEU kernels." This falls under the industry category of Research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV: 73000000). The project location is in England, United Kingdom, specifically managed by Lancaster University. The procurement stage is now at the Award stage, with the contract awarded on 22 August 2024. The contract period spans from 1 September 2024 to 31 March 2025, with an awarded contract value of £226,999.17. The procurement utilised a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement under the University Supply Chain Framework Lot 6.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses engaged in research and consultancy services, offering a substantial contract value that aids in bolstering business growth. Companies, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in advanced electrochemical methods and innovative research solutions, are well-suited to compete for such projects. Engaging in this contract with a prominent institution like Lancaster University can enhance a business's market reputation and expertise in high-value public procurement processes within the UK's nuclear research sector.

## Notice

This contract has been awarded under NNLC321 - University Supply Chain Framework Lot 6. The Research will focus on examining Electrochemical method for removal of PyC coating from reject coated HALEU kernels.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ad37c77-e34d-4052-8e5a-22f3a59eefb2 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £226,999 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £226,999 |
| 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 | NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED |
| Locality | WARRINGTON |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA3 6AE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD61 Warrington |
| Local authority | Warrington |
| Electoral ward | Birchwood |
| Westminster constituency | Warrington North |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LANCASTER UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 19 Sep 2024 at 14:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ad37c77-e34d-4052-8e5a-22f3a59eefb2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ad37c77-e34d-4052-8e5a-22f3a59eefb2
  19th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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