---
title: "Sealing Systems"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02daca"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "RADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT"
published: "2021-08-27"
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# Sealing Systems

Buyer: RADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02daca

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Radioactive Waste Management (RWM) focuses on the development of sealing systems, falling under the industry category of research consultancy services. This tender, identified as RWM521/DW, is currently in the planning stage, with a key supplier meeting scheduled for 13 September 2021, providing an opportunity for potential contractors to clarify requirements. Located in Didcot, UK, RWM aims to establish a project that aligns with long-term safety requirements for geological disposal facilities, addressing various waste types and geological environments relevant to the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in research consultancy, especially those specialising in geological studies, engineering, and waste management systems. Companies that are well-versed in developing safety and technical solutions for complex environmental projects will find this procurement particularly suitable. The buyer's outreach through a supplier meeting indicates a willingness to engage with prospective contractors, paving the way for collaboration and innovation in sealing system technologies.

## Notice

Following on from current work on the Geological Disposal Technical Programme, and to develop further the technical scope underpinning the programme, RWM wishes to establish a phased, integrated project to develop technically feasible and scientifically underpinned sealing systems to meet RWM's long-term safety requirements. The project shall consider sealing system options for disposal vaults, tunnels, and accessways and be relevant to the range of geological environments and waste types pertinent to a UK GDF.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Following on from current work on the Geological Disposal Technical Programme, and to develop further the technical scope underpinning the programme, RWM wishes to establish a phased, integrated project to develop technically feasible and scientifically underpinned sealing systems to meet RWM's long-term safety requirements. The project shall consider sealing system options for disposal vaults, tunnels, and accessways and be relevant to the range of geological environments and waste types pertinent to a UK GDF. Additional information: RWM are holding a supplier meeting to go through the requirement and the procurement process on 13 September 2021 at 10am. If you would like to attend please e-mail amy.shelton@nda.gov.uk and david.wood@nda.gov.uk. We are happy to receive any questions in advance and also please could you let us know who will be attending. Thank you.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021339-2021 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 27 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 14 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | RADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT |
| 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

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 27 Aug 2021 at 15:42 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021339-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=14021&B=SELLAFIELD
- https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/shared-services-alliance-ssa-for-nuclear-decommissioning-estate

## Provenance

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