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title: "Proof of Concept - Long-term behaviour of concrete components for nuclear power"
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# Proof of Concept - Long-term behaviour of concrete components for nuclear power

Buyer: NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-277fbd3c-22f5-4ce3-8ad8-46b66deceb3a

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## Summary

The procurement process concerns the buying organisation Nuclear Restoration Services, located at Commerce Way, Highbridge, TA9 4AG, with the responsible contact being Louise Waldron. The contract is titled "Proof of Concept - Long-term behaviour of concrete components for nuclear power," falling under the industry category "Concrete-coating work" (CPV Code: 45262370). The procurement stage is at the award phase, following a competitive quotation process below the threshold, with the University of Manchester named as the supplier. The contract period starts on 14th March 2024 and ends on 31st March 2024, with a total award value of £59,113.32. The tender addresses multiple locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies experienced in concrete-coating work and those with expertise in the nuclear power sector. The project’s nature makes it a valuable opportunity for firms specialising in structural testing and long-term durability assessments. The process was tailored for competitive quotations, meaning businesses of varying sizes could potentially meet the requirements, though it is not aimed at SMEs or voluntary and community sector enterprises. Businesses capable of delivering within the specified contract period and adhering to the high standards required for nuclear power projects would find this an appealing and rewarding venture.

## Notice

Proof of Concept - Long-term behaviour of concrete components for nuclear power

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78f4c919-8335-4c52-bdaa-a854c53d23fd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 14 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £59,113 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £59,113 |
| 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 | NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES |
| Locality | HIGHBRIDGE |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA9 4AG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Highbridge & Burnham South |
| Westminster constituency | Bridgwater |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45262370 - Concrete-coating work

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2024 at 13:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78f4c919-8335-4c52-bdaa-a854c53d23fd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78f4c919-8335-4c52-bdaa-a854c53d23fd
  23rd July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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