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title: "Provision of Environmental Radioactivity Sampling and Analysis"
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# Provision of Environmental Radioactivity Sampling and Analysis

Buyer: UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-94288489-22b1-4dd9-8c87-446c02736e1a

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## Summary

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is seeking suppliers for the "Provision of Environmental Radioactivity Sampling and Analysis" at the Culham Science Centre, located in Oxford, England. This procurement process, currently in the Tender stage, has a tender period ending on 30th November 2017 and a total contract value of £30,000. The primary focus is on routine sampling and analysis of air, soil, rainwater, and groundwater to monitor beta and gamma radioactivity levels. This is classified under the industry category of environmental monitoring, other than for construction.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the environmental services sector, particularly those specialising in environmental monitoring and analysis. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate given the suitability criteria, which favour them. Companies that can provide sophisticated sampling techniques and analytical services in line with the specified requirements will be well-positioned to compete for this contract.

## Notice

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority would like to engage a supplier to carry out routine sampling and analysis of air, soil, rain water, and groundwater for levels of beta and gamma radioactivity in order to assess the effects of the operation of the facility (Culham Science Centre) on the local environment. A full description of the requirement is in the Technical Specification , attached. Additional information: All communication in relation to this requirement should be directed to Jim Ennis at email: jim.ennis@ukaea.uk or telephone 01235 466257.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64d400d7-ab81-4035-9f45-6dd683bbbd92 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2018 - 31 Dec 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| 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 | UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX14 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90711500 - Environmental monitoring other than for construction

## Release History

- 9 Nov 2017 at 12:32 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64d400d7-ab81-4035-9f45-6dd683bbbd92
- 9 Nov 2017 at 09:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64d400d7-ab81-4035-9f45-6dd683bbbd92

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64d400d7-ab81-4035-9f45-6dd683bbbd92
  9th November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ee47646e-98d9-464b-b1cd-d732548c8aad
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c16d5e00-93c5-4d23-89f7-ffb57d5d4029

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