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title: "Embedding Innovation and Commercialisation"
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# Embedding Innovation and Commercialisation

Buyer: MERCELL UK LTD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e334ff6d-4e82-4e0b-b65b-36d272e14455

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## Summary

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is seeking an external delivery partner to implement a bespoke "Embedding Innovation and Commercialisation" programme. This initiative aims to enhance commercial acumen, encourage entrepreneurial mindsets, and develop practical skills for innovation. It targets businesses with expertise in training services, specialist training, and business development consultancy, within the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process follows an open procedure with the tender period concluding on 11th May 2026. Contract execution is scheduled from 12th to 13th May 2026, aligning with the Authority's strategic goals.

This tender poses a substantial opportunity for companies identified as suitable, including SMEs and VCSEs, to cultivate business growth. Firms specialising in training services and business development will find this contract a fitting avenue to expand their offerings and influence within the public sector. The programme promises robust engagement and potential expansion for businesses adept at fostering innovation and commercialisation within organisations. The estimated contract value is £125,000, offering a lucrative opportunity for businesses to bolster their organisational capacity and visibility.

## Notice

RAICo seeks to appoint a suitably qualified external delivery partner to design and deliver a tailored Embedding Innovation and Commercialisation Programme for a selected internal cohort. The programme will build commercial awareness, entrepreneurial thinking, and the practical skills required to progress innovation initiatives into viable business propositions aligned with RAICo's strategic objectives

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f7c8868-069d-4195-b808-9a8cd3b976a4 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Other - Other |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 11 May 2026 - 13 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £125,000 |
| 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 | MERCELL UK LTD |
| Additional buyers | UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | OXFORDSHIRE |
| 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 | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services
- 80500000 - Training services
- 80510000 - Specialist training services

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2026 at 10:16 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f7c8868-069d-4195-b808-9a8cd3b976a4
- 23 Apr 2026 at 08:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f7c8868-069d-4195-b808-9a8cd3b976a4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f7c8868-069d-4195-b808-9a8cd3b976a4
  30th April 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=104663&B=UKAEA
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/72814
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority

## Provenance

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