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title: "Provision of Radiometric Characterisation Services (RCS)"
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# Provision of Radiometric Characterisation Services (RCS)

Buyer: CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e4b26a36-d57d-4e96-9ffe-937bbeb7c4f9

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the CTM Portal for the NDA Shared Services Alliance as the buying organisation, seeking the provision of Radiometric Characterisation Services (RCS) on the Sellafield site. This tender falls within the services industry category, specifically related to measuring radiation equipment. The procurement method is through an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 24 April 2020. The contract is scheduled to commence on 19 May 2020 and last until 18 May 2023, with a total estimated value of £1.5 million.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in environmental services, radiation measurement technologies, and consultancy. Companies that manufacture or provide gamma cameras, beta gamma counters, or related development consultancy services would be ideally positioned to compete effectively. Engaging in this procurement process could enable these firms to expand their market presence within the nuclear decommissioning sector and foster long-term partnerships with a key player in the industry.

## Notice

Requirements for the provision of Radiometric Characterisation Services (RCS) across the Sellafield site by an Interim Supply Chain Provider (ISCP).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fa0836b-584b-4002-b2c7-3af9386290a9 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Mar 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Apr 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 May 2020 - 18 May 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| 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 | CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE |
| Locality | SEASCALE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA20 1PG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Gosforth |
| Westminster constituency | Whitehaven and Workington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 33111620 - Gamma cameras
- 38341000 - Apparatus for measuring radiation
- 38944000 - Beta gamma counters
- 38945000 - Gamma counters
- 73220000 - Development consultancy services

## Release History

- 14 Mar 2020 at 17:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fa0836b-584b-4002-b2c7-3af9386290a9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fa0836b-584b-4002-b2c7-3af9386290a9
  14th March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=12414&B=SELLAFIELD
  Additional data
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/3510
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/shared-services-alliance-ssa-for-nuclear-decommissioning-estate

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