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title: "CONTRACT TO INVESTIGATE THE USE OF NUCLEAR POWER FOR THE DECARBONISATION"
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# CONTRACT TO INVESTIGATE THE USE OF NUCLEAR POWER FOR THE DECARBONISATION

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a52d53f8-64f0-4cd6-bac3-dcd7fdc6bba1

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## Summary

The Department for Transport is seeking proposals for a contract titled "CONTRACT TO INVESTIGATE THE USE OF NUCLEAR POWER FOR THE DECARBONISATION." This tender falls under the industry category of research consultancy services and is located in the South West of England. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 18 January 2021. The total value of the contract is £40,000, and the project is scheduled to commence on 20 January 2021, concluding by 31 March 2021. The procurement method is classified as an open procedure (below threshold).

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses involved in consultancy and research services, particularly those with expertise in nuclear energy and sustainable technologies. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this project is suitable for them. Winning this contract can provide a platform for growth and enhance capabilities in the emerging field of decarbonisation within the shipping industry, leveraging innovations in nuclear power technology.

## 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 Additional information: You will need to be registered here to access the documents and submit a tender: https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/esop/guest/go/public/registration

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9a7f2c2-49e9-4ff4-8078-6898b0b166b8 |
| 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 | 29 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Jan 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 29 Dec 2020 at 17:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9a7f2c2-49e9-4ff4-8078-6898b0b166b8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9a7f2c2-49e9-4ff4-8078-6898b0b166b8
  29th December 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/esop/guest/go/public/registration

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