Tender

Machining Framework

UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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Tender

21 Feb 2025 at 16:10

Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has issued a tender for a "Machining Framework" to support their NEURONE project aimed at developing and producing a fusion-specific steel. The procurement is classified under the industry category of "Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres" (CPV: 42610000). The tender process is currently in the "Tender" stage, with the final submission deadline set for 24th March 2025 at 12:00 PM. The project involves machining materials provided by UKAEA and delivering them to a designated third party. Deliveries are expected to be made to multiple locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, the United Kingdom, and other international destinations. The contract is planned to commence on 2nd May 2025 and run until 1st May 2029.

This machining framework presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs focusing on machining and technical inspection services. Businesses equipped with advanced machine tools and experience in working with specialised materials will find this tender suitable. By participating, companies can establish a strong commercial relationship with UKAEA, potentially opening doors to further collaborations in lucrative fusion energy projects. The open procurement method ensures that all qualified suppliers have a fair opportunity to compete. Businesses poised to deliver on these requirements stand to benefit greatly from the long-term contract and association with a prestigious buyer like the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority.

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Notice Title

Machining Framework

Notice Description

We require Machining to support our mechanical testing for our NEURONE project, which focuses on developing and producing a fusion-specific steel. The material will be provided to you by UKAEA, and once the machining is complete, the item(s) will need to be sent to a third party designated by UKAEA

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-820c2eef-64e6-485e-b8a8-3791186c1506
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fad0501f-0c21-4ef8-99a4-f605cc8c984b
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

42 - Industrial machinery

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

42600000 - Machine tools

42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres

42612000 - Machining centre

42630000 - Metal-working machine tools

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2025 - 1 May 2029 4-5 years
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
Maili Nugent
Contact Email
maili.nugent@ukaea.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1235468141

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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