Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c66-01b3-7343-ae15-c51d8e45e7fe/groundwater-capability-framework [Skip to main content](#main-content) closedGBopen procedureSuitable for SMEs # Groundwater Capability Framework [CTM Portal for the NDA Shared Services Alliance](https://tendernation.io/buyers/ctm-portal-for-the-nda-shared-services-alliance) Estimated value £2,000,000 to £4,000,000 Published 30 Jul 2021 Deadline Closed 2 Sept 2021 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](/opportunities/for-small-businesses)## About this tender Radioactive Waste Management Limited (RWM) is the Government organisation responsible for the delivery of a Geological Disposal Facilities (GDF) for the UK's inventory of higher activity wastes, which are currently stored at secure surface facilities. This contract relates to the establishment of a groundwater capability framework (hereafter 'the framework').It is intended for advancement of the Scientific and Technology Readiness Levels (SRL/TRL) of groundwater tools, techniques and workflows commensurate with the needs of the GDF programme. There are 3 Lots under this framework. namely: • Lot 1: Laboratory and field techniques and tools for the collection of hydrogeochemical/hydrogeological geomicrobiological data (e.g. laboratory based geochemical, hydrogeological and mineralogical studies, extending to tool validation in the field). • Lot 2: Conceptual understanding and numerical representation - using hydrogeological and geochemical information to understand a site / setting, including the past and possible future evolution. This may include groundwater model rehearsals . • Lot 3: Provision of expert advice, including peer review, support for hydrogeological workflow development and technical integration. ## CPV classification Laboratory services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice ](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/0d5a8a23-6448-4bcf-9f90-121d2a3f5699) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. [Track tenders free ](/register) [Buyer profileCTM Portal for the NDA Shared Services Alliance: past awards and live tenders](https://tendernation.io/buyers/ctm-portal-for-the-nda-shared-services-alliance)[SectorMore Architecture, engineering & surveying tenders](https://tendernation.io/sectors/architecture-engineering-surveying) ## More tenders like this [Vacuum Pump Tritium Testing UK Atomic Energy Authority 30 days left 16 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1464c-dd0c-72ed-b7bd-bac1e52155ab/vacuum-pump-tritium-testing)[Mechanical and Electrical Consultant Tender University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust 37 days left 23 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a145df-0fba-7085-98fc-1c9389531130/mechanical-and-electrical-consultant-tender)[Asbestos Surveys Northamptonshire Partnership Homes 27 days left 13 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a14571-3963-732e-a081-bef649a3206b/asbestos-surveys)[Design Lead for Christchurch Learning Centre School Satellite Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council 31 days left 17 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a14503-59e7-72ad-900a-82eaae1a3048/design-lead-for-christchurch-learning-centre-school-satellite)[Penistone Station - Independent Assessor Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council 26 days left 12 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a14495-7973-71c1-9c37-1ba8178069cf/penistone-station-independent-assessor)[CA18575 - RFQ 2026/42 - Conservation Engineer for St Paul's Church The Crag Cemetery Rostrevor Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) 27 days left 13 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a144b0-e0b5-70b1-a4eb-e5b6dc8d3bbe/ca18575-rfq-202642-conservation-engineer-for-st-pauls-church-the-crag-ceme)