--- title: "Alternative materials for encapsulation of nuclear waste in a net zero world" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e5fcd89c-f838-40ac-b6a3-f749e60a6652" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e5fcd89c-f838-40ac-b6a3-f749e60a6652" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e5fcd89c-f838-40ac-b6a3-f749e60a6652.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e5fcd89c-f838-40ac-b6a3-f749e60a6652.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED" published: "2021-12-14" --- # Alternative materials for encapsulation of nuclear waste in a net zero world Buyer: NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e5fcd89c-f838-40ac-b6a3-f749e60a6652 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e5fcd89c-f838-40ac-b6a3-f749e60a6652) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e5fcd89c-f838-40ac-b6a3-f749e60a6652.json) ## Summary The National Nuclear Laboratory Limited is initiating a procurement process titled "Alternative materials for encapsulation of nuclear waste in a net zero world," classified under the nuclear fuels category. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a significant engagement milestone deadline set for 31 January 2022. An online workshop for interested parties is scheduled for January 2022, providing an opportunity for questions and discussions related to the challenge. Further details about the procurement can be found on the Game Changers website, where the challenge will be further advertised throughout December 2021 and January 2022. This tender presents a unique opportunity for businesses specialising in innovative materials and technologies relevant to nuclear waste encapsulation. Companies with expertise in research, development, and sustainability practices may find this a valuable prospect to expand their operations. The challenge is open to all organisations capable of meeting the specified technical requirements, with an emphasis on encouraging small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to apply. Engaging with this process could lead to significant growth through potential future procurement opportunities linked to the findings from the Game Changers programme. ## Notice This PIN is to inform the supply chain that the National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) are seeking innovative approaches for encapsulation of low- and intermediate-level nuclear waste in a net-zero world. This challenge will be administered though the Game Changers programme and advertised on their website during December 2021/ January 2022. A challenge statement published on the website will provide a detailed overview of the challenge requirements along with any constraints and restrictions. An online workshop will be held in January to provide an opportunity for Q&A with the challenge owners. Details of the workshop and how to register for it will be shared on the Game Changers website. 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 is 31 January 2022. 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 this area to respond to this PIN and visit the Game Changers (https://www.gamechangers.technology/) website for further information on the Game Changers challenge. If NNL progress to a future procurement opportunity in this area, 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 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/6d3ac769-1c65-4ae0-b975-cadff610cf58 | | 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 | 14 Dec 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 31 Jan 2022 | | 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 - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 09340000 - Nuclear fuels - 73100000 - Research and experimental development services - 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development - 90521500 - Packaging of radioactive waste - 90521510 - Packaging of low level nuclear waste - 90521520 - Packaging of intermediate level nuclear waste ## Release History - 14 Dec 2021 at 08:56 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d3ac769-1c65-4ae0-b975-cadff610cf58 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d3ac769-1c65-4ae0-b975-cadff610cf58 14th December 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://www.gamechangers.technology/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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