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University Interactions - NDA Research Portfolio - Single Supplier Framework

Nuclear Decommissioning Authority(buyer)

Published
Published 14 July 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 20 November 2026 (8 days left)
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Overview

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority is procuring a single-supplier framework agreement to manage and support its University Research Programme. The scope includes developing the research programme, establishing and managing university contracts, monitoring R&D impact, overseeing the PhD portfolio with industrial supervision, and supporting programme communications and capability. Valued at an estimated £16,000,000 across a potential four-year term, the active tender is open for submissions until 22 October 2026.

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Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Open for bids
Category
Services
Estimated value
£16,000,000
Procedure
Open procedure
Rules
Procurement Act 2023
Contract type
Framework agreement
SME suitable
Yes
Published
14 July 2026
Questions by
6 November 2026
Deadline
20 November 2026
Classification (CPV)
Research and development services and related consultancy services

Competition and scoring criteria

Expected competition

4

Median bids on comparable tenders

Open and restricted tenders in Research and development services and related consultancy services drew a median of 4 bids over the last 24 months; 14% received only one.

How bids will be scored

Price 30% · Quality 70%

  • Bursary Calls20%
  • Methodology20%
  • Contract Management10%
  • Monitor, measure and maximise the impact and value10%
  • Social Value10%
  • Schedule of rates30%

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Market context

Typical award in Research and development services and related consultancy services

£75,843

Median of 4,552 awards in the last 24 months

Nuclear Decommissioning Authority in the last 12 months

51

contracts awarded, worth £27,917,326 in total

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Notice history

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  1. Tender Update

    14 October 2026

  2. Contract Notice

    21 September 2026

  3. Prior Information Notice

    14 July 2026

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