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title: "PDRA Thermal Treatment"
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# PDRA Thermal Treatment

Buyer: SELLAFIELD LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0d2feb2b-5ed5-4c7d-b32c-f5f0f8d6c8b5

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## Summary

Sellafield Ltd has completed the procurement process for the "PDRA Thermal Treatment" research services project, under the industry category of Research services (CPV: 73110000). This selective procurement, conducted through a competitive procedure with negotiation, has resulted in an active award made on 2nd January 2025. The contract period runs from 3rd January 2025 to 31st December 2026. The research project will be carried out in the North West region of the United Kingdom, specifically at the postal code CA20 1PG. The total contract value is £355,968 GBP.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in research services, particularly those capable of meeting rigorous competitive procedures. Although it is not designated for SMEs or VCSEs, large-scale research institutions or firms with extensive experience in thermal treatment research can benefit significantly. The awarded supplier, Sheffield Hallam University, underscores the requirement for expertise and capability in specialised research domains. Engaging in such high-value projects can enhance reputation, broaden expertise, and potentially lead to further contracts within the public sector.

## Notice

PDRA research for the Thermal Treatment

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9da8398d-f6e4-41cb-b4ee-cfc6b255c923 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £355,968 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £355,968 |
| 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 | SELLAFIELD LTD |
| Locality | WARRINGTON |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA3 6GR |
| 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 | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 19 Feb 2025 at 11:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9da8398d-f6e4-41cb-b4ee-cfc6b255c923

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9da8398d-f6e4-41cb-b4ee-cfc6b255c923
  19th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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