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title: "Co-funded PhD Student as subject matter expert"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "RADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT LIMITED"
published: "2020-07-06"
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# Co-funded PhD Student as subject matter expert

Buyer: RADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4420ba3b-1035-43bf-8e28-d97d27972cfc

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## Summary

The public procurement process concerns a contract awarded by Radioactive Waste Management Limited for the co-funding of a PhD student at the University of Cambridge, acting as a subject matter expert. This tender, titled "Co-funded PhD Student as subject matter expert," falls under the research and development services category and took place in Didcot, Oxon. The procurement method used was a direct selection through a single tender action due to it being below threshold, with the award made on 3rd July 2020. The contract period spans from 6th July 2020 to 31st July 2024, with a total contract value of £17,229.99.

This opportunity presents a pathway for organisations engaged in research and consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in geology, waste management, or educational collaborations. Businesses that specialise in providing expert oversight or consultancy for academic projects would benefit from competing for such tenders. The collaboration with a reputable institution like the British Geological Survey highlights a chance for growth in partnerships that can enhance credibility and expand service offerings in relevant fields.

## Notice

British Geological Survey to co-supervise RWM co-funded PhD student at University of Cambridge as subject matter expert

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd7a5998-164f-49a1-8f4b-cf2e00b16921 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jul 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 5 Jul 2020 - 31 Jul 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £17,229 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £17,229 |
| 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 | RADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT LIMITED |
| Locality | DIDCOT, OXON |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0GD |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRITISH GEOLOGICAL SURVEY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 6 Jul 2020 at 11:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd7a5998-164f-49a1-8f4b-cf2e00b16921

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd7a5998-164f-49a1-8f4b-cf2e00b16921
  6th July 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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