Develop Generic Geological Disposal Concepts and Facility Design
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About this tender
Overview The Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources is seeking to develop generic geological disposal concepts and facility design options for implementation and delivery of a geological disposal program to support the management and disposal of low to higher activity waste. Scope Development of generic geological disposal concepts Facility design options for a geological disposal program Support for the management and disposal of low to higher activity waste Contract Terms and Conditions Timeframe for Delivery: October 2026 to February 2028 Eligibility Conditions for Participation: Not Applicable Instructions to Tenderers Tenderers must satisfy the minimum content and format requirements outlined in the request for tender clause 12.1. Lodgement is via AusTender at www.tenders.gov.au, in accordance with the instructions in the Request documentation.
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