Provision of Provision of a Graphite Technical Advisory Committee (GTAC) and Research in the Area of Nuclear Graphite Structural Integrity for the Office for Nuclear Regulation
Details
| Contract Title: | Provision of Provision of a Graphite Technical Advisory Committee (GTAC) and Research in the Area of Nuclear Graphite Structural Integrity for the Office for Nuclear Regulation |
| Published Date: | Jun 21, 2026 |
| Notice Type: | Notice (ContractNotice) |
| Value Banding: | High Value |
| Delivery Point: | United Kingdom |
Description:
BACKGROUND TO THE PROJECT The four remaining graphite moderated Advanced Gas Cooled Reactor (AGR) power stations represent a technology unique to the UK. Together they account for the large majority of the electricity generated by nuclear power within the UK. The AGRs commenced operation between 1978 and 1988 and are now experiencing ageing and obsolescence issues. The licensee, EDF Energy Nuclear Generation Limited (EDF), wishes to operate the reactors for as long as they are safe and economic ...