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title: "Non-intrusive characterisation of legacy waste drum contents"
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# Non-intrusive characterisation of legacy waste drum contents

Buyer: NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f5781072-c729-4c33-96f5-5d5a8f30dede

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## Summary

Sellafield Ltd is seeking innovative non-intrusive techniques for the characterisation of legacy waste drum contents, specifically Plutonium Contaminated Materials (PCM). This tender, titled "Non-intrusive characterisation of legacy waste drum contents," falls under the industry category of Research and Experimental Development Services (CPV 73100000) and is open to international applicants. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage with applications due by 29th January 2024 and the contract period running from 10th March 2025 to 10th July 2025. The procurement method used is a Gamechangers Competition, offering a contract value of £10,000 GBP.

This tender is a significant opportunity for businesses with expertise in chemical, physical, radiometric, and fissile characterisation technologies to demonstrate their innovative solutions. Companies, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, with experience in handling or characterising PCM and possessing the technical prowess for non-intrusive characterisation methods, are well-suited to compete. Engaging with this tender can provide exposure and potential growth in the nuclear research sector, boosting technological advancement and market presence for the successful bidder.

## Notice

This notice is to inform the supply chain that Sellafield Ltd is seeking non-intrusive techniques that can provide chemical, physical, radiometric, and fissile characterisation of the contents of their population of waste drums that contain Plutonium Contaminated Materials (PCM). We would encourage any organisation that has relevant knowledge and experience to respond to this notice and visit the Game Changers website for further information on this Game Changers challenge. Find out more at the webinar: https://forms.fis360.com/fis360ltd/form/GameChangerswebinarNonintrusivecharacterisationofl/formperma/-vATTuBg9mSovYd4EE6ymng_268iVn1j0xNm2lXKQok Apply here: https://www.gamechangers.technology/challenge/Non-intrusive_characterisation_of_legacy_waste_drum_contents How to apply? Interested technology providers should complete and submit a Game Changers application via the Game Changers website. The challenge is open to any organisation who feel they can meet the technical requirements. The closing date for applications will be 29th January 2024. https://www.gamechangers.technology/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b513e32-9b93-429d-8099-ac98f42c8058 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Gamechangers Competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Mar 2025 - 10 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000 |
| 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 | NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED |
| Locality | RISLEY |
| 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

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services

## Release History

- 8 Nov 2024 at 08:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b513e32-9b93-429d-8099-ac98f42c8058

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b513e32-9b93-429d-8099-ac98f42c8058
  8th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.gamechangers.technology/
- https://www.gamechangers.technology/challenge/Non-intrusive_characterisation_of_legacy_waste_drum_contents
- https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://forms.fis360.com/fis360ltd/form/GameChangerswebinarNonintrusivecharacterisationofl/formperma/-vATTuBg9mSovYd4EE6ymng_268iVn1j0xNm2lXKQok&data=05|02|Emma.Kirkpatrick@uknnl.com|7da2cada6a07472f317008dcff0f2df7|6ae79c91466c4c6fae9b5c2a99158a4e|0|0|638665687883440600|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ==|0|||&sdata=r+Fpk/KQuPSLiz5/VmCAG7nTBPWy+qmaYVDDLsJO9Vw=&reserved=0

## Notice URLs

- https://forms.fis360.com/fis360ltd/form/GameChangerswebinarNonintrusivecharacterisationofl/formperma/-vATTuBg9mSovYd4EE6ymng_268iVn1j0xNm2lXKQok
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