Tender

STEP Electrical Connector Technology Development

UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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Tender

12 Jan 2021 at 11:31

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is seeking a technology partner for the "STEP Electrical Connector Technology Development" project, focusing on the innovation of electrical connectors for fusion energy supplies. This procurement, categorised under Electrical Circuit Components, has commenced the Tender stage with an end date for submissions set for 23 February 2021. The total contract value is estimated at £200,000, with minimum financial criteria starting from £150,000. The project will be executed in Abingdon, England, with additional provisions accommodating multiple delivery addresses including British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, and the Isle of Man.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in electrical engineering, circuit technology, and construction materials. Companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are encouraged to participate and collaborate in developing advanced electrical connector technologies crucial for integrating fusion energy into the national grid. Potential participants should possess expertise in research and experimental development services, as the project necessitates innovative solutions and collaborative efforts with UKAEA to ensure successful outcomes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

STEP Electrical Connector Technology Development

Notice Description

There is a requirement to develop unique connector(s) to support the commercial development of fusion energy supply, in the longer term to the national grid. The purpose of this procurement package is to support the development of such connector(s) in association with a technology partner. The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) would like to appoint a technology partner or partners for the development of electrical connector technology capable of transferring tens of kilo-Amperes of current at low voltage and at cryogenic temperatures, in consort with very with low electrical resistance and capable of multiple mating/unmating cycles. The development program is expected to be stage-gated and a collaborative effort between the partner(s) and UKAEA with UKAEA providing seed contract funding in an Innovation Partnership framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aaed3bb0-90d0-4ec9-af00-d32cc4027a13
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

42 - Industrial machinery

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

31220000 - Electrical circuit components

31680000 - Electrical supplies and accessories

42150000 - Nuclear reactors and parts

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

44300000 - Cable, wire and related products

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

73430000 - Test and evaluation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 1-2 years
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
Michael Williams
Contact Email
michael.williams@ukaea.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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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