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STEP WP5 - Review Of Titanium Alloy Development Towards Use In A Nuclear Fusion Environment

UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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07 Oct 2019 at 08:31

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Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is inviting proposals for a contract titled "STEP WP5 - Review Of Titanium Alloy Development Towards Use In A Nuclear Fusion Environment." This procurement, classified under research and development services, is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The tendering process has concluded, with the deadline for submissions on 20 September 2019, and the contract period running from 4 October 2019 to 10 January 2020. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, aiming to select a consultant to analyse titanium alloys in fusion environments.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in materials science and nuclear technology. Companies, especially SMEs, that can provide in-depth reviews and recommendations on titanium and zirconium alloy development would be well-suited to compete. With the successful supplier being Wood Nuclear Limited, this project highlights potential avenues for growth in innovative materials research within the nuclear sector.

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Notice Title

STEP WP5 - Review Of Titanium Alloy Development Towards Use In A Nuclear Fusion Environment

Notice Description

The Client (UKAEA) seeks to create a better understanding of the history of alloy development in titanium (Ti) alloys, the likely performance of Ti alloys in a fusion environment and the lessons learned from Ti that might apply to zirconium (Zr) alloy development. The successful Consultant will be selected by the Client to write a review in these areas with clear concluding recommendations for research opportunities going forward.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ebcdcd21-ba38-4fa7-92dc-c1f20033d6f8
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,985 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Sep 20196 years ago
Contract Period
3 Oct 2019 - 10 Jan 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABINGDON
Postcode
OX14 3DB
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WOOD NUCLEAR

Further Information

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