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title: "Proof of Concept - Long-term behaviour of concrete components for nuclear power"
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published: "2024-08-01"
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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-b5fd17-52e6af6b-f223-4d3c-942a-42612b449e3a

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## Summary

The public procurement process, managed by Nuclear Restoration Services, focused on a project titled "Proof of Concept - Long-term behaviour of concrete components for nuclear power.” This procurement falls under the "Work environment services" industry category. The contracting process took place in various locations, including the United Kingdom and several international regions. The project has moved to the award stage, with key dates including the tender period end date on 4th March 2024 and the contract period from 14th March 2024 to 31st March 2025. The open procurement method was utilised, specifically an open procedure below the threshold, for a contract valued at £59,113.32 GBP.

This tender presents an excellent growth opportunity for businesses specialising in nuclear power infrastructure, particularly those with a focus on the resilience and longevity of concrete structures. Although initially awarded to the University of Manchester, other businesses in the related fields could benefit from the research and development opportunities highlighted in this procurement. Given the nature of the project, companies involved in engineering, material science, and environmental services would find this area particularly suitable for strategic growth and innovation. Businesses aiming to collaborate with academic institutions or expand their footprint in the nuclear sector might particularly benefit from future similar tenders.

## 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/89152604-1219-4aa7-bbc2-72e88107f10d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 14 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| 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

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98342000 - Work environment services

## Release History

- 1 Aug 2024 at 09:19 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89152604-1219-4aa7-bbc2-72e88107f10d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89152604-1219-4aa7-bbc2-72e88107f10d
  1st August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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