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Student Agreement for Study of smouldering combustion in timber

Engagement of a university student to conduct a specific research study on smouldering combustion in timber. This studentship is linked to a separate collaboration agreement, with the combined research programme spanning four years of academic study.

Awarded value
£126k
As published
Published
16 February 2026
Awarded
10 March 2026
University of Edinburgh
Contract length
48 months
Ends 31 August 2030

What the contract covers

Studentship agreement

Provision of academic research and studentship services to support scientific investigation into smouldering combustion processes within timber materials.

  • PHD student support to carry out a study of smouldering combustion in timber connected with the Haleu Programme
  • R&D testing and knowledge building

Terms and requirements

Contract type
Studentship agreement
Procedure
Direct award
Initial term
48 months
Contract dates
1 September 2026 to 31 August 2030
Certifications asked for
None stated
Lots
1
Suitable for SMEs
Yes
Suitable for charities and social enterprises
Yes
CPV codes
73110000

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International Nuclear Services

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University of Edinburgh

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Cite this contract

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https://bidskim.com/tender/349464/student-agreement-for-study-of-smouldering-combustion-in-timber
Buyer reference
C29774
Open contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0654c9
Last checked
5 November 2026

International Nuclear Services. Student Agreement for Study of smouldering combustion in timber. Contract award, 16 February 2026. BidSkim, https://bidskim.com/tender/349464/student-agreement-for-study-of-smouldering-combustion-in-timber (accessed 5 November 2026).