---
title: "University Interactions - NDA Research Portfolio - Single Supplier Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ca8c"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-07-14"
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# University Interactions - NDA Research Portfolio - Single Supplier Framework

Buyer: NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ca8c

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## Summary

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA), a public authority under central government, is initiating a procurement process titled "University Interactions - NDA Research Portfolio - Single Supplier Framework". This tender, currently in the planning stage, focuses on research and development services, with specific emphasis on managing university research programmes. The procurement activity is situated in the UK, with a supplier engagement event scheduled for 11th August 2026 via MS Teams. Interested parties should reach out via the provided email to participate, and further communications about the tender are expected by 1st September 2026. The contract is estimated to be valued at £16,000,000, with a potential gross value of £19,200,000, and is set to commence on 1st April 2027, concluding on 31st March 2029, with possible renewals extending to 31st March 2031.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development services and consultancy. Companies that are equipped to contribute to and manage extensive research programmes with universities, and those capable of supporting the NDA's strategic research and development initiatives would find this framework particularly beneficial. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the process seeks to foster diverse supplier engagement, contributing to business growth across the sector. Establishing contracts under this framework can lead to long-term collaborations with the NDA and enhance an organisation's presence in the public sector market.

## Notice

The scope will include, but not limited to: 1 - Support to the development and delivery of NDA's University Research Programme. 2 - Establishment and management of contracts with Universities on behalf of the NDA. 3 - Monitoring the impact of the NDA's University R&D Strategy. 4 - Monitoring delivery of NDA's PhD portfolio. 5 - Support to the communication of NDA's University Research Programme. 6 - Direct support of capability in targeted areas A supplier engagement event will take place on MSTeams on 11/08/2026 at 11am (UK Time) To attend the session please e-mail procurement.inbox@nda.gov.uk

### Planning Information

A supplier engagement event will take place on MSTeams on 11/08/2026 at 11am (UK Time)
To attend the session please e-mail procurement.inbox@nda.gov.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066052-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £16,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY |
| Locality | CUMBRIA |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA24 3HU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Egremont North and St Bees |
| Westminster constituency | Whitehaven and Workington |
| 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

- 14 Jul 2026 at 10:18 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066052-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066052-2026
  14th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/nuclear-decommissioning-authority
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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