Tender

STEP Plasma Modelling

UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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04 Apr 2019 at 07:01

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is currently inviting tenders for the project titled "STEP Plasma Modelling," which focuses on advancing fusion power through the development of the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP). This procurement, classified under the industry category of research and development services, is at the Tender stage and will remain open until 24 April 2019. The contract will commence on 25 April 2019 and is expected to last until 31 March 2024, with a total anticipated value of up to £1.5 million. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, welcoming expressions of interest from relevant suppliers across Great Britain and beyond.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in research and simulation technologies related to plasma dynamics, especially those with capabilities in gyrokinetic simulations and related areas. Companies capable of delivering innovative solutions for non-inductive plasma start-up methods and turbulence modelling are well-suited to compete for this contract. Furthermore, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, making this an ideal opportunity for research organisations eager to contribute to the cutting-edge field of fusion energy development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

STEP Plasma Modelling

Notice Description

The UKAEA aims to establish a national programme that will explore the options, challenges and solutions for accelerating the delivery of fusion power through the development of a compact reactor, the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP). The programme will cover every aspect of designing a fusion reactor, including plasma performance and plasma control for steady-state operation. UKAEA invites expressions of interest from research organisations capable of carrying out plasma modelling for STEP. Specifically, modelling is required in the following areas: * First principles-based (gyrokinetic) simulations of turbulence and the associated plasma turbulence in the plasma core and pedestal. * Simulations of turbulence in the scrape-off layer (SOL). * Simulations of non-inductive plasma start-up and non-inductive current drive using waves in the electron cyclotron range of frequencies. The framework will have an initial duration of 1 year, extendable on an annual basis for a maximum of 5 years in aggregate

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/17b3f03c-41fe-4949-b066-1a4668be3ec0
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Apr 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Apr 2019 - 31 Mar 2024 4-5 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
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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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