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title: "Impact of highly saline UK groundwaters on bentonite performance"
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# Impact of highly saline UK groundwaters on bentonite performance

Buyer: CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5c447876-81c5-43b5-abf2-b966c07d235e

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Impact of highly saline UK groundwaters on bentonite performance" is being conducted by the CTM Portal for the NDA Shared Services Alliance. This tender falls under the research and development services category and is located in the United Kingdom. Currently in the Tender stage, the tender period is set to close on 18 January 2022, with a total contract value of £700,000, and a minimum estimated value of £550,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, focusing on assessing bentonites properties in the context of UK Lower Strength Sedimentary Rock groundwater chemistries.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in research and consultancy services related to environmental studies and materials science. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in geological assessments, materials testing, or environmental consultancy would be well-suited to compete, potentially contributing essential insights that inform the project's objectives. This project offers a pathway for SMEs to engage in valuable contracts within the evolving sector of environmental and waste management services, ultimately supporting their growth in a competitive marketplace.

## Notice

The aim of this project is to investigate the impact of UK Lower Strength Sedimentary Rock groundwater chemistries on bentonites properties and assess the impact this has on bentonite meeting its safety function as a local buffer, mass backfill and seal material.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/813a14d3-8017-4405-8041-13deaa52b461 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 May 2022 - 1 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £700,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE |
| Locality | DIDCOT |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2021 at 14:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/813a14d3-8017-4405-8041-13deaa52b461

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/813a14d3-8017-4405-8041-13deaa52b461
  20th December 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=15360&B=SELLAFIELD
  Additional data
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/3510
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/shared-services-alliance-ssa-for-nuclear-decommissioning-estate

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