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title: "Bentonite in a High Temperature Environment"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-258b90df-1523-4f81-a502-7a9353624441"
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buyer: "RADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT"
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# Bentonite in a High Temperature Environment

Buyer: RADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-258b90df-1523-4f81-a502-7a9353624441

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Bentonite in a High Temperature Environment" is being conducted by the Radioactive Waste Management organisation, located in Didcot, England. This tender falls under the research and development services sector, with a total estimated value of £750,000. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the tender period is active until 25th February 2019. Notably, the contract period will commence on 28th March 2019 and will conclude on 27th March 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on research and experimental development, particularly those experienced in geological studies related to radioactive waste disposal. Companies that specialise in research laboratory services or consultancy in experimental development will be well-suited to compete. With a minimum project value of £500,000, this contract is an attractive prospect for small and medium-sized enterprises looking to engage with the public sector and expand their capabilities in a critical area of environmental management.

## Notice

Support RWM in developing its evolving research programme into the evolution of bentonite in a high temperature environment within the context of geological radioactive waste disposal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be0ec7b7-96f2-4d85-8e2a-61f87b091653 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Mar 2019 - 27 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £750,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | RADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT |
| Locality | DIDCOT |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Hendreds |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73110000 - Research services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services
- 73120000 - Experimental development services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2019 at 17:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be0ec7b7-96f2-4d85-8e2a-61f87b091653

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be0ec7b7-96f2-4d85-8e2a-61f87b091653
  27th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=11350&B=RWM
  Additional Data
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/14665
  Company Information

## Provenance

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