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ExCALIBUR Fusion Modelling System FM-WP4 Code structure and coordination: Software Support Procurement (Project NEPTUNE )

UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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13 May 2022 at 17:31

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Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is seeking suppliers for the "ExCALIBUR Fusion Modelling System FM-WP4 Code Structure and Coordination: Software Support Procurement" project, which is critical for enhancing simulation codes in light of evolving supercomputer architectures. The procurement process is currently active and follows an open procedure method. The tender was published on 13 May 2022, and responses are due by 17 June 2022. The contract is expected to commence on 18 June 2022 and last until 19 June 2022. The procurement falls within the software package and information systems industry, with a total estimated value of £135,000, offering delivery addresses across various locations including the United Kingdom and Europe.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in software development and experimental services. Businesses with expertise in redesigning simulation codes for advanced computing systems would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The focus on future-proofing simulation capabilities not only aligns with technological advancements but also ensures that offered solutions can effectively utilise next-generation supercomputers, making it a promising area for companies looking to innovate and expand their market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ExCALIBUR Fusion Modelling System FM-WP4 Code structure and coordination: Software Support Procurement (Project NEPTUNE )

Notice Description

Radical changes to supercomputer architectures are on the horizon. The current simulation codes, that much of UK science relies upon, are designed for current supercomputer architectures. These codes will, at best, not be able to fully exploit the power that the supercomputers of the mid-2020s will deliver; at worst, they will run slower on those machines than they do now. Future computers will be more energy efficient and so the longer we rely upon the current approach, the more expensive the solution will be. Therefore, it is essential that we invest now in redesigning those simulation codes so that they perform well on the future generations of supercomputers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/936bd891-eb9f-481d-9447-f1de9e83f51e
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
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72262000 - Software development services

73120000 - Experimental development services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Jun 2022 - 19 Jun 2022 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
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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

Further Information

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