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title: "RWM400-018 Development of Early Site Characterisation Plans"
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buyer: "NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES LTD"
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# RWM400-018 Development of Early Site Characterisation Plans

Buyer: NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f7f3e60d-5068-4fff-a5ab-639831ff019b

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## Summary

Nuclear Waste Services Ltd has concluded the contracting process for the "RWM400-018 Development of Early Site Characterisation Plans" in the geological consultancy services category. The procurement process, now in the award stage, was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. This contract, valued at £196,400, covers an extensive delivery area including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The tender period ended on 10th February 2023, with the contract period running from 31st March 2023 to 31st March 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the geological consultancy sector, particularly those with expertise in site characterisation. Though specifically awarded to Atkins Limited, the framework agreement approach may offer further opportunities for suitably qualified businesses in future related tenders. Large enterprises with robust resources and experience in geological services would be particularly well-suited to engage in similar opportunities arising within this framework, potentially leading to notable business growth and expansion into new geographic regions.

## Notice

Development of Early Site Characterisation Plans

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f9a942b-e9f2-4fad-b00f-6dbb5d7c6530 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Feb 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2023 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2023 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £196,400 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NUCLEAR WASTE SERVICES LTD |
| Locality | HARWELL |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ATKINS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71351220 - Geological consultancy services

## Release History

- 24 Oct 2024 at 12:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f9a942b-e9f2-4fad-b00f-6dbb5d7c6530

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f9a942b-e9f2-4fad-b00f-6dbb5d7c6530
  24th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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