University Interactions - NDA Research Portfolio - Single Supplier Framework

The NDA wants a single supplier to manage its university research programme, including contracting with universities, monitoring PhD students and research delivery, and communicating the programme's impact. This is a framework contract for up to four years.

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Closed22 October 2026, 11:00
Published21 September 2026
Value£16m
BuyerNuclear Decommissioning Authority
CategoryResearch & development
RegionUK-wide

You'll want to look if you have experience managing research portfolios and relationships with universities, particularly in the nuclear or engineering sectors.

Might not suit a small firm

the contract itself is a large one
it needs coverage across the whole UK

Possible incumbent

TUV SUD Ltd won two 'Strategy Framework' contracts from the NDA in early 2026 and may be the incumbent. Inferred from prior awards to this buyer, not confirmed.