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title: "Invitation to Tender for Public Perception of Small Modular Reactors and Advanced Reactors"
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# Invitation to Tender for Public Perception of Small Modular Reactors and Advanced Reactors

Buyer: BUSINESS ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-514210cc-4444-4727-a08e-0eeac7724d30

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## Summary

The Business Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has issued an Invitation to Tender for a project titled "Public Perception of Small Modular Reactors and Advanced Reactors." This procurement falls under the research and development services category and is based in London, United Kingdom. Currently in the award stage, the contract has an estimated value of £18,800, with a project timeline that initiates on 22nd February 2018 and concludes by 30th April 2018. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 2:00pm on 13th February 2018, and the tender is being conducted through an open procurement method.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in research and consultancy services related to public perception and nuclear technologies. Companies that specialise in social research, public opinion analysis, or have experience in the energy sector, particularly with nuclear energy, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement can not only enhance a company's portfolio but also help shape the public understanding of innovative nuclear technologies, thereby supporting broader industry growth.

## Notice

The work will involve completing a review of literature to establish the current position of public understanding and a review of international studies in this area, particularly in Canada and USA where pre-licensing design reviews are underway for SMRs. The project will also require preparation of questions for input into the BEIS Public Attitudes Tracker (PAT). This would involve defining questions in agreement with BEIS, which could then be included in the Energy and Climate Change Public Attitude Tracker, produced by BEIS. A recent House of Lords enquiry into nuclear research and technology advised that there is significant potential for SMRs in the UK as complementary technology to the existing nuclear new build programme. International research has evaluated the economic, technical and environmental advantages of SMRs, but not the public perception. These new reactors may include multiple units, and potentially require additional nuclear licensed sites. Their smaller size and wider distribution means that they could be sited in communities with no previous experience or familiarity with the nuclear industry.. Maintaining public support is essential for developments at national and local level. Recent studies in the US have shown that a lack of familiarity has a negative influence on public support; in general the more people know and the greater familiarity they have with nuclear technology the more in favour they are (Nuclear Energy Institute USA 2017). SMRs may involve newer technology and alternative deployment plans. This could have a negative influence on public opinion. This procurement will specify a tender for a contractor to produce a report covering the following: 1. Current public perception of SMRs and Advanced Reactors in the UK and internationally i) A review of literature to establish the current position regarding the UK public's perception. This should include the review of public opinion carried out on GenIV reactors by Ipsos MORI in 2015, and other studies. ii) A review of international studies in public understanding and perception for SMRs and AMRs, in particular in Canada and USA, where pre licensing design reviews are underway for SMRs. 2. Preparation for input into the BEIS Public Opinion tracker i) Define questions on public understanding, awareness and the acceptability of SMRs and Advanced Reactors in discussion and consultation with BEIS. This would involve definition of questions and discussion in a meeting with BEIS to review and confirm question sets. The questions would be included in the Energy and Climate Change Public Attitude Tracker (PAT) produced by BEIS. Additional information: How to Apply If you wish to take part in this procurement please see the attached Tender documents attached to this Notice and send your completed Proposal to the SMR team at address stipulated in the "Who to Contact" section. Any late submissions will not be considered. BEIS reserves the right to halt the procurement process and to not award a contract. BEIS will not be held liable for recovery of costs from unsuccessful bids if a contract is not awarded. All costs will be borne by the bidding organisations. If a contract is created it will be upon BEIS Standard Terms and Conditions, which are available on Contracts Finder with this notice. Completed tender submission must be returned by email to smrteam@beis.gov.uk by 2:00pm 13th February 2018. After reviewing and evaluating the written proposals, BEIS may decide to hold bid clarification meetings with suppliers. If successful and upon contract signature, the supplier is expected to attend a kick-off meeting taking place on 22nd February 2018. Project completion is required by 30th April 2018.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e19b306-0c99-407a-961d-f860581c0a31 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Feb 2018 |
| Contract period | 22 Feb 2018 - 30 Apr 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £18,800 |
| 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 | BUSINESS ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 0ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IXC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 1 Mar 2018 at 08:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e19b306-0c99-407a-961d-f860581c0a31
- 2 Feb 2018 at 17:29 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f23aafdc-e9af-4573-b3ea-407af6675b45
- 25 Jan 2018 at 18:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f23aafdc-e9af-4573-b3ea-407af6675b45

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e19b306-0c99-407a-961d-f860581c0a31
  1st March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f23aafdc-e9af-4573-b3ea-407af6675b45
  2nd February 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/31f7930d-066d-49b7-90e5-8573e136726f
  T & Cs
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ccff2d40-1355-428f-93d5-ccdec591c50e
  ITT
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/74c03b04-be6a-44fa-a700-b0e113ebe5fb
  Q & A

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/advanced-nuclear-technologies/advanced-nuclear-technologies

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