--- title: "Academic Research and Development Projects in Advanced Nuclear Technology" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e8cc3a28-9988-46af-8b83-d4fcb138a9be" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e8cc3a28-9988-46af-8b83-d4fcb138a9be" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e8cc3a28-9988-46af-8b83-d4fcb138a9be.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e8cc3a28-9988-46af-8b83-d4fcb138a9be.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED" published: "2021-09-03" --- # Academic Research and Development Projects in Advanced Nuclear Technology Buyer: NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e8cc3a28-9988-46af-8b83-d4fcb138a9be [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e8cc3a28-9988-46af-8b83-d4fcb138a9be) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e8cc3a28-9988-46af-8b83-d4fcb138a9be.json) ## Summary The National Nuclear Laboratory Limited is initiating a procurement process for "Academic Research and Development Projects in Advanced Nuclear Technology" to support research in areas such as hydrogen production and the recovery of radioactive waste. This process is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 30th September 2021. The opportunity is intended for academic institutions and focuses on proposals that utilise nuclear technology as a part of a low-carbon economy. Interested parties must submit their proposals through the Game Changers online application system by the deadline of 12 noon on the aforementioned date. The location for this procurement is the United Kingdom, within the nuclear fuels industry category. This tender presents significant opportunities for academic institutions that specialise in research and development, particularly those with expertise in nuclear technology and related fields. Businesses that are well-equipped to compete include universities, research organisations, and consultancy firms focused on experimental development and nuclear science. Engaging with this procurement can lead to potential involvement in future projects with the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy and the National Nuclear Laboratory, advancing the participants' capabilities and influence within the nuclear sector. ## Notice This PIN is to inform the supply chain that on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and the National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL), Game Changers are inviting proposals from academic institutions for access to facilities at NNL's Preston Laboratory to undertake research and development projects focussing on advanced nuclear technology. BEIS and NNL will be seeking proposals that explore all potential uses of nuclear technology as part of a low carbon economy. This includes, but is not limited to, research projects investigating: * The use of nuclear technologies in hydrogen production, direct heat for industrial or domestic use, energy storage, chemical synthesis and production of medical isotopes * Technologies that enable the recovery and reuse of radioactive waste material for energy and non-energy use * Technologies that reduce the cost of advanced nuclear systems * Mechanisms of enabling licensing and validation of new technologies * Opportunities to derive additional value from advanced nuclear systems This call will be administered though the Game Changers programme and advertised on their website (https://www.gamechangers.technology/) during September 2020. The challenge is open to any academic institution who feels they can meet the requirements detailed in the call. Interested parties must submit proposals using the Game Changers online application system. The deadline for applications is 12 noon on Thursday 30th September 2021. Interested parties should note that the issue of this PIN may not result in a full procurement exercise being conducted. We would encourage any academic institution which has the relevant capability, knowledge and experience to respond to this PIN to visit the Game Changers website for further information on this Game Changers call for proposals. If BEIS and NNL progress to a future procurement opportunity for research and development projects focussing on advanced nuclear technology, the learning gathered from the Game Changers research and development project may be shared with all potential suppliers, noting that commercially sensitive information will not be included. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91fab412-92ec-4bc5-98b3-89cb8269372d | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Sep 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 30 Sep 2021 | | 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 - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services - 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development - 90521100 - Collection of radioactive waste - 90521300 - Disposal of radioactive waste ## Release History - 3 Sep 2021 at 11:52 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91fab412-92ec-4bc5-98b3-89cb8269372d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91fab412-92ec-4bc5-98b3-89cb8269372d 3rd September 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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