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title: "CONTRACT TO INVESTIGATE THE USE OF NUCLEAR POWER FOR THE DECARBONISATION OF SHIP"
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buyer: "MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY"
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# CONTRACT TO INVESTIGATE THE USE OF NUCLEAR POWER FOR THE DECARBONISATION OF SHIP

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9380a456-8ec8-4f23-ba63-ce9e331691de

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), which is seeking to investigate the use of nuclear power for the decarbonisation of non-military shipping. The contract, titled "CONTRACT TO INVESTIGATE THE USE OF NUCLEAR POWER FOR THE DECARBONISATION OF SHIP", falls under the category of research consultancy services and has a total value of £40,000. The procurement method is an open procedure and the award date is noted on 19th May 2021. The contract period commenced on the same day and is set to conclude on 31st October 2021, with delivery expected in the South West region of the UK. This contract is currently marked as complete.

This tender presents opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in research consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in nuclear technology and marine applications. Businesses well-suited to compete may include those in innovative energy solutions, environmental consultancy, and technology research sectors, as they can leverage their capabilities to contribute towards the decarbonisation initiative, potentially enhancing their market presence and growth through collaboration with a major government agency.

## Notice

Review existing nuclear power pressure water reactor (PWR) technology and its marine applications with a view to identification of advantages and disadvantages as a potential to support the decarbonisation of non-military shipping

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1dbada7-fd56-405d-92a0-ac47f021a9e3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 May 2021 |
| Contract period | 18 May 2021 - 31 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,000 |
| 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 | MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO15 1EG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Banister & Polygon |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ROLLS-ROYCE SUBMARINES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Oct 2021 at 09:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1dbada7-fd56-405d-92a0-ac47f021a9e3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1dbada7-fd56-405d-92a0-ac47f021a9e3
  20th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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