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DC024 - Inert storage and handling solution for Li ceramics (argon glove box)

UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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18 Dec 2024 at 17:39

Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is seeking to procure an inert atmosphere (argon) glove box system for the safe and stable storage and handling of sensitive lithium-containing ceramics. This procurement, titled "DC024 - Inert storage and handling solution for Li ceramics (argon glove box)," falls under the Industrial Machinery sector and includes machinery and special-purpose electrical goods. The tender process is currently active, with the tender period closing on 14 January 2025. The contract is expected to commence on 10 February 2025 and conclude on 16 May 2025. The locations for delivery include the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the Rest of the World.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacture and supply of industrial and special-purpose machinery, particularly those focused on inert atmosphere systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. The project can benefit businesses looking to expand their expertise and market presence within the nuclear energy sector. As this procurement involves sophisticated equipment for handling lithium-containing ceramics, businesses with experience in supplying chemically stable storage solutions will be well-suited to compete for this contract.

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Notice Title

DC024 - Inert storage and handling solution for Li ceramics (argon glove box)

Notice Description

United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) wishes to procure an inert atmosphere (argon) glove box system to facilitate safe and chemically stable storage and handling of atmosphere sensitive lithium-containing materials. These materials will be predominantly lithium-containing oxide ceramics. The primary purpose of this inert atmosphere glove box system is to enable long-term storage and handling of lithium-containing oxide ceramic samples, and preparation thereof for various testing and analysis at UKAEA in an environment in which these materials remain chemically stable (i.e. controlled, moisture-free, inert atmosphere) for long periods time (i.e. years).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a79f681-3b14-4a15-901e-be3c2ef193f6
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

31640000 - Machines and apparatus with individual functions

42000000 - Industrial machinery

42641200 - Machine tools for working ceramics

42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery

42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery

42992000 - Special-purpose electrical goods

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Feb 2025 - 16 May 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
Not specified

Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

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