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title: "Independent Review of the Verification and Validation of the Computer Codes used for the Design and Safety Analysis"
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# Independent Review of the Verification and Validation of the Computer Codes used for the Design and Safety Analysis

Buyer: HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-535d28a7-f130-438e-8eba-b85ab7c397c4

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Health & Safety Executive, which is conducting a tender for an "Independent Review of the Verification and Validation of the Computer Codes used for the Design and Safety Analysis." This contract, valued at £182,616, falls under the category of research and development services and related consultancy services. The procurement method is selective, with a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period is from 1st April 2019 to 30th September 2019. The tender period has concluded, with the contract award announced on 26th March 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy and software validation. Companies with expertise in technical safety analysis, particularly in the nuclear sector or related fields, would be well-positioned to compete. The nature of the services sought encourages firms that can demonstrate compliance with established standards and provide independent assessments, creating avenues for growth and potential collaboration within the industry.

## Notice

To provide ONR with an independent view on the adequacy, or otherwise, of the verification and validation of the indentified computer codes for UK HPR1000 against relevant ONR and international standards and guidance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5195e137-283c-448d-b1a3-f0a0d5585884 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2019 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 30 Sep 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £182,616 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £182,616 |
| 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 | HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE |
| Locality | BOOTLE |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L20 7HS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD73 Sefton |
| Local authority | Sefton |
| Electoral ward | Linacre |
| Westminster constituency | Bootle |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TRACTEBEL ENGIE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2019 at 08:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5195e137-283c-448d-b1a3-f0a0d5585884

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5195e137-283c-448d-b1a3-f0a0d5585884
  15th April 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b7b56f0e-b540-4189-8bdd-27417173b27f
  ONR 385
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/af21ff8c-584b-44d4-979a-68739d6d6363
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0a98707a-fae0-426e-ae8b-f33e3fff32c8
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/018ffb6f-676a-4da6-b9d6-803ae1fee143

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