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title: "University R&D services for EIRT cement analytical work"
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buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED"
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# University R&D services for EIRT cement analytical work

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-667c8679-447f-49ed-bf24-a9ebaf5d6fab

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Limited, which has awarded a contract for University R&D services related to EIRT cement analytical work. The University of Sheffield is involved as the supplier for this project, focusing on providing technical consultancy and analytical support. Categorised under research and development services, the contract was a call-off from a framework agreement, valued at £58,920. Located in England, the process transitioned from the tender stage to award on 9th February 2026, aligning with the contract period running until 9th February 2027.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for large-scale enterprises with expertise in research and development services, particularly within the realm of technical consultancy and analytical work. As the procurement method was selective, a framework agreement facilitated the engagement of specialized suppliers like the University of Sheffield. Companies capable of similar high-level R&D support stand to gain from such contracts, given the sustainable demand for innovative solutions and consultancy services related to the nuclear sector's operational needs in the UK.

## Notice

This contract is for the provision of technical consultancy support by the University of Sheffield and technical analysis, and interpretation of samples produced at UKNNL.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f11c709-c702-478c-9d62-f19d47364131 |
| 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 | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Feb 2026 - 9 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £58,920 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £58,920 |
| 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 | UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED |
| Locality | WARRINGTON |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA3 6AE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD61 Warrington |
| Local authority | Warrington |
| Electoral ward | Birchwood |
| Westminster constituency | Warrington North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2026 at 08:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f11c709-c702-478c-9d62-f19d47364131

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f11c709-c702-478c-9d62-f19d47364131
  12th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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