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title: "GB-Swindon: UKRI-1557 CAE Permafrost Project"
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# GB-Swindon: UKRI-1557 CAE Permafrost Project

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-51d716e5-67b5-4305-a235-46def88cb187

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation has completed a contract titled "GB-Swindon: UKRI-1557 CAE Permafrost Project." This project, classified under research and development services, involved the production of safety case claims related to the impacts of permafrost on the UK Geological Disposal Facility. The tender was awarded following a negotiated procedure without prior publication. The contract value amounts to £32,140, with the contract period running from 9 July 2021 to 23 May 2023, and the project was conducted in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those with expertise in environmental sciences and geological studies. Companies that can demonstrate capability in producing safety assessments and managing complex research projects would be well-suited to compete in future tenders, as there is a continuous need for innovative solutions addressing environmental impacts related to geological disposal. Engaging with a growing field focused on permafrost research offers potential avenues for business growth and collaboration with leading organisations in the public sector.

## Notice

Contract for research services. Including production of the safety case claims, arguments and evidence (CAE) addressing the impacts of permafrost on the UK Geological Disposal Facility GDF. The Contract was awarded following a negotiated procedure without prior publication, in accordance with Regulation 32 (2) (b) (ii) of the Public Contract Regulations 2015.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/deb63773-5044-4b6b-93b8-165cca539de3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 8 Jul 2021 - 23 May 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £32,140 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £32,140 |
| 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 | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | SN12 1FL |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2021 at 14:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/deb63773-5044-4b6b-93b8-165cca539de3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/deb63773-5044-4b6b-93b8-165cca539de3
  16th July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=609476865
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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