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title: "University Interactions"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cbd34a48-8b66-4b52-b246-29e799914563"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE"
published: "2020-06-17"
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# University Interactions

Buyer: CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cbd34a48-8b66-4b52-b246-29e799914563

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "University Interactions" is conducted by the CTM Portal for the NDA Shared Services Alliance, focusing on research and development services. The contract, with an estimated annual expenditure of £2.4 million, commenced on 1 April 2020 and is set to end on 31 March 2024, with an option to extend for an additional 24 months. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, and the tender period concluded on 17 January 2020. The project encompasses various delivery locations, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the research and consultancy sectors, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can deliver innovative solutions in scientific research and development. Companies with expertise in collaboration with universities or those experienced in working within the nuclear or technological fields may find this contract particularly aligned with their capabilities. As the awarded contract is valued at £9.6 million, qualifying firms should consider this as a strategic opportunity for growth and partnership within government initiatives.

## Notice

Support to the development of NDA's University Research Programme Initial Term of 24 months with the option to extend a further 2x12 months Estimated annual expenditure PS2,400,000

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b2e7f7a-2a47-4037-aeaa-79af07406503 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jun 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jan 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 May 2020 |
| Contract period | 3 May 2020 - 3 May 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £9,600,000 |
| 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 | CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE |
| Locality | MOOR ROW |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA24 3HU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Egremont North and St Bees |
| Westminster constituency | Whitehaven and Workington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 17 Jun 2020 at 07:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b2e7f7a-2a47-4037-aeaa-79af07406503

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b2e7f7a-2a47-4037-aeaa-79af07406503
  17th June 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=12033&B=SELLAFIELD
  Additional data
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/3510
  User / Company

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