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title: "RFI for Updated Bentonite Sourcing and Characterisation"
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# RFI for Updated Bentonite Sourcing and Characterisation

Buyer: CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f6e40b38-491f-46db-b970-60b0fd09754b

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by the CTM Portal for the NDA Shared Services Alliance for the project titled "RFI for Updated Bentonite Sourcing and Characterisation." This procurement falls under the research and development services sector and is located in the United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 19 May 2021, at 17:00. The estimated contract value ranges from £200,000 to £250,000, with the contract period beginning on 19 August 2021 and concluding on 18 August 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure, ensuring a broad range of participants can engage in the process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in research and development services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can effectively demonstrate their capabilities in bentonite sourcing and characterisation. Companies that specialise in geology, materials science, or related consultancy services would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. With an emphasis on innovation and updated sourcing techniques, successful bidders have the potential to strengthen their market position and expand their operational footprint in a critical industry.

## Notice

RFI for Updated Bentonite Sourcing and Characterisation

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/965a83a2-5fe6-456e-acac-9e4d0e01f3b1 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 Aug 2021 - 18 Aug 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| 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 | DIDCOT |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0GD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Hendreds |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 6 May 2021 at 07:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/965a83a2-5fe6-456e-acac-9e4d0e01f3b1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/965a83a2-5fe6-456e-acac-9e4d0e01f3b1
  6th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=13632&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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