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STEP WP5 - Fusion Power Plant - Breeder Blanket Design Challenge

UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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03 Oct 2019 at 11:01

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Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is seeking consultants for the "STEP WP5 - Fusion Power Plant - Breeder Blanket Design Challenge." This tender is part of the services category in the energy sector and is located in the South East of England. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with proposals due by 1 November 2019. The contract period is set to commence on 18 November 2019 and will run until 28 February 2020. This is an open procurement method, allowing a broad range of stakeholders to participate.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses involved in engineering, design, and consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in nuclear technology and industrial processes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in structural and thermal design, corrosion engineering, and feasibility studies would find this tender well-suited for their expertise. Engaging with the UK's fusion energy initiatives can position businesses advantageously within this innovative sector and foster growth through collaborative projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

STEP WP5 - Fusion Power Plant - Breeder Blanket Design Challenge

Notice Description

UKAEA wants to identify and partner with Consultant(s) to develop conceptual designs for the breeder blankets of a fusion power plant. Identified Consultant(s) would develop conceptual designs for fusion Breeder Blankets, which are critical systems for future fusion power plants. This system plays an important role in the fuel and thermal cycles of fusion power plants. Breeder Blankets generate fusion fuel and useful heat, which is transferred to the circulated coolant. In many cases this is pressurised and places large loads onto the Breeder Blanket structure. Consultant(s) are requested to submit proposals that address structural and thermal design challenges, applying their expertise to either improve performance, manufacturability and/or Technology Readiness

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad3a00a6-a357-41cb-9ac1-1b017736da26
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

09343000 - Radioactive materials

38810000 - Industrial process control equipment

38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

44615100 - Steel pressure vessels

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

71335000 - Engineering studies

71336000 - Engineering support services

71337000 - Corrosion engineering services

71356200 - Technical assistance services

73120000 - Experimental development services

73220000 - Development consultancy services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Nov 2019 - 28 Feb 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Vincent Tsang
Contact Email
vincent.tsang@ukaea.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1235467414

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

Further Information

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