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title: "Chemical Compatibility Testing"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0487cc"
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# Chemical Compatibility Testing

Buyer: NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0487cc

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## Summary

The National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is seeking tenders for a project titled "Chemical Compatibility Testing" in the laboratory services industry. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage and involves the evaluation of the chemical compatibility of four different polymeric materials, specifically through permeation or breakthrough testing. This tender is conducted under an open procedure, with electronic and written submissions accepted. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 26 August 2024, 12:00 BST. The contract is set to commence on 1 October 2024 and will end on 28 February 2025. The project's location is classified under the UK region.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory services, chemical products, safety equipment, and technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services. Companies with expertise in material compatibility testing and long-term chemical exposure analysis will find this project particularly suited to their capabilities. The open procurement method encourages competitive participation, allowing businesses to showcase their technical proficiency and potentially secure a long-term collaboration with the NNL.

## Notice

NNL have a requirement to understand the chemical compatibility of four different polymeric materials. Specifically, there is a requirement to investigate the permeation performance of the material(s) when in contact with any chemical which it may be exposed to during use. The test required is known as "breakthrough testing" or permeation testing and will provide information of the performance of the material when exposed to the chemicals for prolonged periods of time.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NNL have a requirement to understand the chemical compatibility of four different polymeric materials. Specifically, there is a requirement to investigate the permeation performance of the material(s) when in contact with any chemical which it may be exposed to during use. The test required is known as "breakthrough testing" or permeation testing and will provide information of the performance of the material when exposed to the chemicals for prolonged periods of time.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024567-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY |
| 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

- 24 - Chemical products
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 24000000 - Chemical products
- 35113000 - Safety equipment
- 38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 98100000 - Membership organisation services
- 98300000 - Miscellaneous services

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2024 at 15:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024567-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=84426&B=NNL
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/124934
- https://www.nnl.co.uk
- https://www.nnl.co.uk/

## Provenance

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