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This subcontract for Specialized Scientific Facility Services involves providing expert scientific analysis to prime contractors supporting Natural Environment Research Council projects under UK Research and Innovation. The scope of work focuses on conducting advanced testing and analysis utilizing high-end national equipment, specifically through the National Wind Tunnel Facility, National X-ray Computed Tomography, and the National Environmental Isotope Facility. The selected provider is responsible for delivering detailed analytical reports and experimental data derived from these specialized facilities. Classified under NAICS code 541380, this engagement ensures that NERC environmental research projects have access to critical national infrastructure and technical expertise to achieve their scientific objectives.

General Info

Subcontract for specialized scientific analysis and testing using national facilities for NERC projects.

Agency

UK Research and Innovation → Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 144640.

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NERC urgency funding

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PostedSep 23

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AgencyUK Research and Innovation → Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)

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Organization / AgencyUK Research and Innovation → Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)

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Performs specialized scientific analysis for prime contractors on NERC environmental research projects. Conducts testing using the National Wind Tunnel Facility (NWTF), National X-ray Computed Tomography (NXCT), or the National Environmental Isotope Facility (NEIF). Utilizes high-end national facility equipment. Delivers analytical reports and experimental data.

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