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Machining Framework

UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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18 Aug 2025 at 14:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Atomic Energy Authority, headquartered in Abingdon, has concluded the procurement process titled "Machining Framework" related to the NEURONE project, which involves developing fusion-specific steel. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on machine tools operated by laser and machining centres (CPV 42610000) and includes technical inspection and testing services. The procurement followed an open procedure and reached the award stage as of 18th August 2025, with the contract period set to run from 23rd July 2025 to 31st March 2028. The delivery locations included a broad area spanning the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the United Kingdom.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in machining and materials testing. Specifically, companies like Holdson Limited, SDS Precision Engineering Ltd, and Skapandi Limited, which have successfully been awarded the contract, demonstrate the suitability of large-scale enterprises in this sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are also encouraged, as the procurement is deemed suitable for such entities, particularly those that can provide precise machining services required for the development of innovative steel materials. The partnership with UKAEA offers a robust platform to be involved in cutting-edge fusion technology developments, enhancing the credibility and portfolio of participating firms.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Machining Framework

Notice Description

We require Machining to support our mechanical testing for our NEURONE project, which focuses on developing and producing a fusion-specific steel. The material will be provided to you by UKAEA, and once the machining is complete, the item(s) will need to be sent to a third party designated by UKAEA

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fac25041-181d-4832-a433-2bb4d98f9257
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1890c8e4-ffeb-46a9-80d2-0f99b41cd2e1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

42600000 - Machine tools

42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres

42612000 - Machining centre

42630000 - Metal-working machine tools

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
22 Jul 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK 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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

HOLDSON

SDS PRECISION ENGINEERING

SKAPANDI

Further Information

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