Tender

Process Modelling Software (Tritium)

UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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Tender

07 May 2021 at 15:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is seeking bids for the acquisition of Process Modelling Software (Tritium), essential for supporting the fuel cycle elements of the STEP concept design related to sustainable fusion energy. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, with the tender currently in the active stage. The deadline for submission of tenders is set for 8 June 2021, after which the contract period will commence on 9 June 2021 and conclude on 10 June 2021. The anticipated value of the contract ranges from £150,000 to £400,000, and the location of delivery includes the UK and British Overseas Territories, particularly the Culham Science Centre in Abingdon (OX14 3DB).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in analytical or scientific software packages, as well as related software services and support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, given the focus on innovation and sustainability in fusion energy technologies. Engaging in this project could facilitate business growth in a cutting-edge industry poised for development and may enhance collaborations with a leading public body in the UK’s scientific landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Process Modelling Software (Tritium)

Notice Description

The UKAEA is a non-departmental public body researching fusion energy and related technologies with the aim of positioning the UK as a leader in sustainable nuclear energy. UKAEA's mission is to deliver sustainable fusion energy and maximise scientific and economic impact. To support the fuel cycle elements of the STEP concept design, UKAEA require a modelling software for tritium-based process modelling to cover both steady state and dynamic modelling.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e15813da-8dd4-4338-a466-d647d13d108f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

48461000 - Analytical or scientific software package

48781000 - System management software package

48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

72260000 - Software-related services

72261000 - Software support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Jun 2021 - 10 Jun 2021 30 days
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
Guy Wells
Contact Email
guy.wells@ukaea.uk
Contact Phone
+44 0123546

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
Not specified
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Further Information

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