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title: "Core Store Sampling and Analysis"
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# Core Store Sampling and Analysis

Buyer: CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-765c482e-85b5-419e-ac67-bc12c5d27ef4

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## Summary

The CTM Portal for the NDA Shared Services Alliance is currently conducting a tender for "Core Store Sampling and Analysis," which involves the characterisation of Lower Strength Sedimentary Rock and Evaporite Rock Cores. This procurement falls within the geological, geophysical, and scientific prospecting services category, and it is located in the United Kingdom. The tender is active and is set to conclude on 9th July 2021, with a total contract value of £300,000 and a minimum value of £200,000. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 1st October 2021 and will last until 30th September 2023.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in geological consultancy and related scientific services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in geological prospecting and research and development services. Companies capable of conducting detailed analysis and providing consultancy services in the geological sector are well-suited to compete for this contract, potentially enhancing their portfolio and market presence in the industry.

## Notice

Characterisation of Lower Strength Sedimentary Rock and Evaporite Rock Cores, to Enhance RWM Knowledge Base, Guide Future Work and Complement Geophysical Studies

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fcb1db7c-1728-40a9-9afa-a36fbe834704 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2021 - 30 Sep 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| 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

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 71351000 - Geological, geophysical and other scientific prospecting services
- 71351200 - Geological and geophysical consultancy services
- 71351220 - Geological consultancy services
- 71351730 - Geological prospecting services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 21 Jun 2021 at 14:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fcb1db7c-1728-40a9-9afa-a36fbe834704

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fcb1db7c-1728-40a9-9afa-a36fbe834704
  21st June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=13765&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

## Provenance

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