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Science DMZ - Switches

UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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10 Oct 2025 at 09:50

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has completed a procurement process titled "Science DMZ - Switches," focusing on the deployment of a Science DMZ to facilitate high data rates between UKAEA sites and global HPC systems. This project, classified in the industry category of data transmission services, is located in the South East of the United Kingdom. The restricted procedure procurement method was employed, with the tender period closing on 17th September 2025. The contract, valued at £110,000, commenced on 9th October 2025 and will conclude on 9th October 2028. The award was active as of 26th September 2025, with boxxe Limited selected as the supplier.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in data transmission services, particularly those capable of handling large volumes of data transfer and managing high-speed networks. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) were considered suitable for this contract, indicating an inclusive approach towards diverse business sizes. For companies looking to grow within the technology and services sector, engaging in projects like this with UKAEA can enhance their portfolio and strengthen their position in cutting-edge scientific fields such as commercial fusion power development.

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Notice Title

Science DMZ - Switches

Notice Description

UKAEA are seeking to deploy a science DMZ to allow high data rates between UKAEA sites and to and from global HPC systems. This will involve the daily transfer of hundreds of Terabytes of data in support of our mission to support the development of commercial fusion power for a low carbon future. UKAEA already has provision through JISC for a burst speed of up to 200Gbps.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a4500b8c-752c-4fda-b9bf-8edd2c062a57
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6908f684-0fa5-4241-8b14-ac2e28a2f802
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72318000 - Data transmission services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
8 Oct 2025 - 9 Oct 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Ellie Tanner
Contact Email
ellie.tanner@ukaea.uk
Contact Phone
+44 123546

Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORDSHIRE
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOXXE

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