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title: "Assessment of novel reduction methods of UO2"
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# Assessment of novel reduction methods of UO2

Buyer: NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-11b0109a-74f2-4157-a7ce-a7cb44b46aa4

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Assessment of novel reduction methods of UO2" was executed by National Nuclear Laboratory Limited based in Warrington, England. This tender falls under the "Research and development services and related consultancy services" category and was structured as a call-off from a framework agreement (NNLC321 - University Supply Chain Framework Lot 6). The contract, with a value of £25,000, spans from 1st September 2024 to 31st March 2025. The procurement was in the Award stage with the award finalised on 23rd August 2024, and included delivery within the United Kingdom.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and development, particularly those focusing on nuclear materials and novel reduction methods. SMEs are particularly well-suited to compete for such contracts, though large institutions like Bangor University N Wales have also proven competitive. Leveraging expertise in scientific research and consultancy can position businesses favourably to seize this and similar future opportunities, facilitating growth and establishing a reputable footprint in the nuclear research domain.

## Notice

This contract has been awarded under NNLC321 - University Supply Chain Framework Lot 6. The services to be provided are a PDRA focusing on the assessment of novel reduction methods of UO2.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4665bf1-c12c-4888-acc3-99707229ee6d |
| 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 | 10 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,000 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BANGOR UNIVERSITY N WALES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 10 Sep 2024 at 10:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4665bf1-c12c-4888-acc3-99707229ee6d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4665bf1-c12c-4888-acc3-99707229ee6d
  10th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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