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The focus of this Site Characterisation Interpretation work will be on developing a fully integrated and detailed understanding of the potential GDF host rock volume for each site. This will include an evaluation of its geometries, including structural and stratigraphic variations, based on detailed analysis of the regional, sub-regional and site-specific sub surface.

This specification invites contractors to submit a targeted proposal for a three-staged programme of further work in experimental methodology development and approaches for radionuclide behaviour parameter measurement applicable to NWS’s current knowledge gaps. At this stage, a proposal submitted in response to this Contract Technical Specification (CTS) should focus on Stage 1 of the work scope outlined below. A detailed, fully costed modular proposal for Stage 2 & 3 works is an anticipated output of Stage 1. The combined scope (Stages 1- 3) includes reviewing the global methodologies for acquiring site-specific radionuclide behaviour parameters, including development of a fully costed, modular work plan (Stage 1), and thereafter undertaking measurements to fill data gaps or to underpin safety arguments (Stage 2) and development of an optimised testing and analysis strategy (Stage 3), particularly in relation to relevant, UK-specific potential host rocks.

NWS requires an experienced agency of Film, Audio and Video Production with demonstrable credentials, which include previous work for high profile clients. The Contractor’s staff will work with NWS and will bring a variety of skills and competences within Film, Audio and Video Services and the team will have experience from previous assignments and contracts. With direction from NWS’s Creative Lead, the successful contractor will assist with the development of film/audio production across the deliverables, while adhering to NWS brand values, to the highest standard, on time and on budget.

Framework Agreement to provide consultancy services specifically for the Development Consent Order (DCO), environmental permitting and any other consent and permitting requirements supporting the GDF deep borehole investigations.

The GDF design, construction and regulatory approval will be based on a number of safety cases which will be developed by NWS. The business does not have the internal capability to self deliver and the requirement is not enduring througout the GDF programme and beyond. <br/><br/>The business has identified a need to have access to specialist support on nuclear safety cases and associated capability.<br/><br/>A multi-Lot framework agreement providing the best access to a broad range of specialist capability from a range of suppliers providing both competition and resilience in the marketplace.

Contract to provide consultancy services specifically for the development of Security & Safeguards cases, supporting the GDF design & development process.

The delivery of the Security & Safeguards case requires a very niche skill set to deliver a focussed holistic and integrated solution to all aspects of safety at the Geological Disposal Facility (GDF). Not exhaustive but including: i) Vital Area Identification and Categorisation of a conceptual nuclear facility; ii) Cyber Security Risk Assessment of a conceptual nuclear facility namely - Computer Based Systems Important to Safety (CBSIS) and Computer Based Security (CBSy); iii) The application of a Security and Safeguards by design approach to the design development; iv) The delivery of Basic Technical Characteristics (BTC) for scrutiny by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The delivery of project focused briefings and presentations to the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) Civil Nuclear Security and Safeguards (CNSS) in collaboration with the project lead and Security & Safeguards Officer as the Intelligent Customer (I/C). Please register on the Atamis portal: https://one-nda.force.com/s/Welcome to view all the related documents. All tender submissions should also be made via Atamis.

This is a procurement for a Disposability Assurance Framework. Disposability Assurance is a key mechanism for risk mitigation across the NDA Group, enabling the packaging and interim storage of radioactive waste.