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title: "(NU/1491) Decommissioning and Disposal of the ABT Cyclotron"
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# (NU/1491) Decommissioning and Disposal of the ABT Cyclotron

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-371d0a2d-9044-4b7c-817b-2da600f2f3e1

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## Summary

The tender titled "(NU/1491) Decommissioning and Disposal of the ABT Cyclotron" is being offered by Newcastle University, based in the North East of England. This contract falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on radioactive, toxic, medical, and hazardous waste services, with a total value of £154,000. The tender period concludes on 30th May 2019, and the successful contractor is expected to begin work on 11th June 2019, with project completion scheduled by 10th December 2019. The procurement method used for this tender is classified as 'Other'.

This opportunity presents a significant potential for growth for businesses specialising in decommissioning and hazardous waste management. Companies equipped to handle radioactive materials and experienced in onsite deconstruction and disposal practices would be particularly well-suited for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, enhancing competition and innovation within this specialised sector.

## Notice

This contract is for the decommissioning, removal and disposal of an ABT Biomarker Generator (BG-75) cyclotron acquired for the production of positron emitting isotopes for radiochemistry/pre-clinical Positron Emission Tomography (PET). The space currently occupied by the cyclotron is required for a new Quality Control Laboratory. Summary of services: * Onsite deconstruction/disassembly; * Followed by the transfer of radioactive waste materials to the appropriate waste repository. The University is looking to appoint a contractor in June 2019, with a view to starting on site in July 2019 and completing the project in October or November 2019.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c0a7906-89d9-47ae-ae48-c447bda3e75f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 30 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Jun 2019 - 10 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £154,000 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 90520000 - Radioactive-, toxic-, medical- and hazardous waste services
- 98391000 - Decommissioning services

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2019 at 09:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c0a7906-89d9-47ae-ae48-c447bda3e75f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c0a7906-89d9-47ae-ae48-c447bda3e75f
  29th April 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ncl.ac.uk/

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