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title: "Understanding Corrosion Resistance and Validity of Testing Methods - Research Project"
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# Understanding Corrosion Resistance and Validity of Testing Methods - Research Project

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-175785e1-8caa-4f9b-b80f-c7b1c023b16c

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## Summary

National Highways has awarded a contract to The University of Birmingham for a research project titled "Understanding Corrosion Resistance and Validity of Testing Methods". The project aims to support the development of design and application guidelines for alkali-activated cementitious materials (AACMs) in concrete infrastructure, aligning with NH's Net Zero 2050 plan. The procurement falls under the "Research and development services and related consultancy services" category, covering multiple regions such as North East, North West, and London. The tender was concluded with an award dated 23rd July 2024, and the contract is set to begin on 2nd September 2024, ending on 28th February 2025. The total contract value is £74,012.80, procured through a Public Sector Research agreement.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities, particularly for businesses in the research and development sector that specialise in construction materials and sustainability. Companies adept at innovative testing methods and those with a strong focus on decarbonisation and sustainability in construction will find this project aligned with their expertise. Although the contract was awarded to a large institution, similar future projects could allow small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate and showcase their specialised skills in niche areas of the industry. Business growth can be driven by contributing to critical infrastructure projects that support long-term environmental goals.

## Notice

Research and development services to support the development of design and application guidelines for the durable and safe use of alkali-activated cementitious materials (AACMs) in the decarbonisation of concrete infrastructure in accordance with NH's Net Zero 2050 plan.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50c87f98-13e4-41d2-8052-8873a3ec3896 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Public Sector Research agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £74,012 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £74,012 |
| 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 HIGHWAYS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS11 9AR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Beeston & Holbeck |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds South |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |

## 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 10:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50c87f98-13e4-41d2-8052-8873a3ec3896

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50c87f98-13e4-41d2-8052-8873a3ec3896
  8th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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