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title: "Novel separation and direct measurement technologies for radionuclides and analytes"
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buyer: "NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED"
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# Novel separation and direct measurement technologies for radionuclides and analytes

Buyer: NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b4ba475c-ec2d-4ead-84c3-e704df35875a

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## Summary

The National Nuclear Laboratory Limited has initiated a planning stage procurement process for the project titled "Novel separation and direct measurement technologies for radionuclides and analytes." The procurement seeks new and novel technologies or techniques to analyse radionuclides and other analytes, aiming to reduce costs and inefficiencies. The deadline for applications is 24th October 2023. The project falls under the industry categories of Analysis apparatus, Nuclear evaluation instruments, Research and experimental development services, and Design and execution of research and development. The organisation is based in Warrington, England.

This tender presents an opportunity for technology providers with expertise in Analytical techniques and services to propose innovative solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the capability, knowledge, and experience in this field are encouraged to participate. The process involves a Game Changers challenge, and successful outcomes may lead to future procurement opportunities. Interested businesses should visit the Game Changers website for detailed information and to submit their applications before the deadline.

## Notice

This PIN is to inform the supply chain that Sellafield Ltd are seeking new and novel technologies or techniques to analyse radionuclides and other analytes, to improve upon the current practices used, reducing cost and inefficiencies. Interested technology providers should complete and submit a Game Changers application via the Game Changers website www.gamechangers.technology. The challenge is open to any organisation who feel they can meet the technical requirements. The closing date for applications will be 24th of October 2023. Interested organisations should note that the issue of this PIN may not result in a full procurement exercise being conducted. The outcome of the Game Changers challenge will determine whether a full procurement exercise will follow. We would therefore encourage any organisation which has the capability, knowledge and experience in Analytical techniques and services, respond to this PIN and visit the Game Changers (https://www.gamechangers.technology/) website for further information on this Game Changers challenge. If Sellafield progress to a future procurement opportunity for new technologies or techniques to analyse radionuclides and other analytes the learning gathered from the Game Changers technology study may be shared with all potential suppliers, noting that commercially sensitive information will not be included. Additional information: For full details of the challenge please visit the Game Changers website at https://www.gamechangers.technology/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dabcfcd-fb12-436e-956b-dc61a5d27115 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Sep 2023 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 24 Oct 2023 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 38432000 - Analysis apparatus
- 38940000 - Nuclear evaluation instruments
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 7 Sep 2023 at 09:56 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dabcfcd-fb12-436e-956b-dc61a5d27115

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dabcfcd-fb12-436e-956b-dc61a5d27115
  7th September 2023 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gamechangers.technology/

## Provenance

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