--- title: "PIN - Inventory & Wasteform Evolution Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6580703d-e47e-41ef-841a-076e8c911edc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6580703d-e47e-41ef-841a-076e8c911edc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6580703d-e47e-41ef-841a-076e8c911edc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6580703d-e47e-41ef-841a-076e8c911edc.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES" published: "2024-08-23" --- # PIN - Inventory & Wasteform Evolution Framework Buyer: NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6580703d-e47e-41ef-841a-076e8c911edc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6580703d-e47e-41ef-841a-076e8c911edc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6580703d-e47e-41ef-841a-076e8c911edc.json) ## Summary Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) is initiating the planning stage of the "PIN - Inventory & Wasteform Evolution Framework" procurement process. This tender, which falls under the "Engineering-related scientific and technical services" industry category, aims to support the development of experimental and modelling services capabilities for waste and wasteform evolution testing within the Geological Disposal Facility (GDF) programme. Key dates include the market engagement end date on 20 September 2024, and interested suppliers need to register their participation by 16:00 BST on the same day. The framework will cater to various locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and other global regions. The total estimated value of the tender is GBP 66,500,000. This tender offers substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialised in research, development, and technical consultancy services to expand their business through the delivery of high-value projects within the nuclear sector. Companies with expertise in experimental development, research laboratory services, and engineering-related scientific services will find this framework particularly aligned with their capabilities. Participation in this procurement can enhance their market presence and contribute to advances in nuclear waste management. ## Notice Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) would like to notify suppliers of future requirements and engage with the market to understand what it can provide in terms of capacity and capability to deliver Research & Development services for the Inventory & Wasteform Evolution Framework. This framework will enable the development of a supply-chain-based experimental and modelling services capability for waste and wasteform evolution testing within the Geological Disposal Facility (GDF) programme. If you wish to participate in the market engagement please register your interest via the URL here on Atamis, no later than 16:00 BST, 20th September 2024.https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/WelcomePlease ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d028fd5-f9bd-4bd0-a9c5-66284e369ec5 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Aug 2024 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 18 Oct 2024 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £66,500,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES | | Locality | CALDERBRIDGE | | Post town | Carlisle | | Postcode | CA20 1DB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria | | ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland | | Local authority | Cumberland | | Electoral ward | Gosforth | | Westminster constituency | Whitehaven and Workington | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 73100000 - Research and experimental development services - 73110000 - Research services - 73111000 - Research laboratory services - 73120000 - Experimental development services - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services - 73210000 - Research consultancy services - 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development ## Release History - 23 Aug 2024 at 14:56 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d028fd5-f9bd-4bd0-a9c5-66284e369ec5 - 19 Aug 2024 at 08:48 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbf3a5f4-446e-47a3-89f7-d4423f7a91d8 - 16 Aug 2024 at 06:08 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f0a6155-9079-4311-bcbe-b281e37b1e32 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d028fd5-f9bd-4bd0-a9c5-66284e369ec5 23rd August 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbf3a5f4-446e-47a3-89f7-d4423f7a91d8 19th August 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f0a6155-9079-4311-bcbe-b281e37b1e32 16th August 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/WelcomePlease ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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