Scope
Reference
NNLC609F
Description
The scope of this Framework has been separated into three lots: Lot 1: Provision of chemical analysis of non-radioactive materials Lot 2: Provision of chemical analysis of non-radioactive materials in support of UKNNL Vitrification Test Rig Lot 3: Provision of physical analysis of non-radioactive glass
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £700,000 excluding VAT
- £840,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 30 June 2025 to 1 July 2027
- Possible extension to 1 July 2029
- 4 years, 2 days
Description of possible extension:
2 x 12 month extensions
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71620000 - Analysis services
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Lot LOT-0001. Lot 1: Provision of chemical analysis of non-radioactive materials
Description
Provision of chemical analysis of non-radioactive materials. The analytical services required will include chemical and/or physical analysis and characterisation of sample materials in liquid, mixed phase or solid form.
Lot value (estimated)
- £200,000 excluding VAT
- £240,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0002. Lot 2: Provision of chemical analysis of non-radioactive materials in support of UKNNL Vitrification Test Rig
Description
Provision of chemical analysis of non-radioactive materials in support of UKNNL Vitrification Test Rig The analytical services required will include chemical and/or physical analysis and characterisation of sample materials in liquid, mixed phase or solid form.
Lot value (estimated)
- £400,000 excluding VAT
- £480,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0003. Lot 3: Provision of physical analysis of non-radioactive glass
Description
Provision of physical analysis of non-radioactive glass. The analytical services required will include chemical and/or physical analysis and characterisation of sample materials in liquid, mixed phase or solid form.
Lot value (estimated)
- £100,000 excluding VAT
- £120,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
There will be a maximum of 2 suppliers awarded a space on Lot, subject to two suppliers successfully meeting the minimum criteria. The suppliers will be ranked for each Lot, based on their overall Tender score. The highest ranked Tenderer will be the first choice supplier for all call-offs under each Lot. Where the first ranked Supplier are unable to deliver the scope of the requirement in the required timescales, the second ranked Supplier will be engaged.
Award method when using the framework
Without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot LOT-0001. Lot 1: Provision of chemical analysis of non-radioactive materials
Lot LOT-0002. Lot 2: Provision of chemical analysis of non-radioactive materials in support of UKNNL Vitrification Test Rig
Lot LOT-0003. Lot 3: Provision of physical analysis of non-radioactive glass
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
7 April 2025, 5:00pm
Submission type
Tenders
Tender submission deadline
7 April 2025, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
17 June 2025
Award criteria
Lot LOT-0001. Lot 1: Provision of chemical analysis of non-radioactive materials
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Envelope | Quality | 70% |
| Price | Price | 15% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
| Rebate | Price | 5% |
Lot LOT-0002. Lot 2: Provision of chemical analysis of non-radioactive materials in support of UKNNL Vitrification Test Rig
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Sample Analysis | Quality | 70% |
| Price | Price | 15% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
| Rebate | Price | 5% |
Lot LOT-0003. Lot 3: Provision of physical analysis of non-radioactive glass
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Envelope | Quality | 70% |
| Price | Cost | 15% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
| Rebate | Price | 5% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Competitive flexible procedure description
Stage One: Participation Stage (PSQ) Stage Two: Tender Evaluation Lot 2 Tender Evaluation Stage will consist of a sample analysis trial
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
PIN notice issued 17/11/2024 under FTS reference 2024-033637
Contracting authority
United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVXT-8784-YGNV
Chadwick House, Birchwood Park
Warrington
WA3 6AE
United Kingdom
Contact name: David Brown
Telephone: +44 7801216674
Email: david.brown@uknnl.com
Website: https://www.nnl.co.uk/
Region: UKD61 - Warrington
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government