Tender

SBRI Competition Fusion Industry Challenges - Novel Concepts for Robust Diagnostics Systems, Sensing and Control

UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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Tender

13 Nov 2024 at 17:07

Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has launched a Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) competition titled "SBRI Competition Fusion Industry Challenges - Novel Concepts for Robust Diagnostics Systems, Sensing and Control." This tender falls under the industry category of "Research and development services and related consultancy services" (CPV code 73000000) and is relevant to the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage with key dates including the tender submission deadline on 20th December 2024 at 12:00 PM. The overall project delivery is anticipated to be completed by 14th August 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in research, development, and engineering services, particularly in the field of fusion energy. With a total funding allocation of up to £2.8 million inclusive of VAT, individual projects can receive up to £250,000. Businesses with innovative solutions for robust diagnostics systems, sensing, and control to address fusion energy challenges will find this competition well-suited to their capabilities. The procurement method labelled as "Other" indicates a specialised approach tailored for small businesses, providing a fertile ground for SMEs to showcase their novel technologies and foster growth through substantial government-backed funding.

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Notice Title

SBRI Competition Fusion Industry Challenges - Novel Concepts for Robust Diagnostics Systems, Sensing and Control

Notice Description

This is a Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) competition funded by the UK Atomic Energy Authority. The aim of the competition is to develop solutions to fusion energy challenges in two key priority areas. The competition has two themes Novel concepts for robust diagnostics systems and Robust components for sensing and control. A total of up to PS2.8m inclusive of VAT, is allocated to this competition. We expect to fund a number of projects. Each project should be delivered by August 2025. Each project can range in size up to total costs of PS250,000, inclusive of VAT. Please refer to attachments for the full competition guidance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd9e4797-47f6-438d-9810-b8ca81c2f54c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Dec 2024 - 14 Aug 2025 6-12 months
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
Emily Akehurst
Contact Email
emily.akehurst@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
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

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