The Coal Authority · Awarded contract
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Provision of Scientific Services for Mine Water Treatment and Radiological Gas Monitoring

Awarded 01 Nov 2023

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Awarded01 Nov 2023
Value£250,000.00
SupplierELEMENT MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY ENVIRONMENTAL UK LIMITED
AgencyThe Coal Authority
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Expires in 12mo4y term, 75% elapsed
Awarded 1 Nov 2023Expires 30 Oct 2027

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The Coal Authority awarded a contract to Element Materials Technology Environmental UK Limited for the provision of scientific services to support the Environment Strategy and Sustainability team in developing novel treatment technologies and improving existing treatment technologies on its schemes.

The framework also supports public safety and subsidence activities involving monitoring and remediation of properties impacted by mining hazards, including the build-up of radioactive gases.

The contract covers accredited laboratory and monitoring services for the laboratory analysis of water, solids, and gases to support core and commercial project and operational activities related to mine water treatment and public safety and subsidence.

The framework is comprised of two lots: Laboratory Analysis and Radiological Gas Monitoring.

The contract value is £250,000.

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