Planning

Webinar & RFI - Magnet Design Development, Magnet Validation Testing and Magnet Conductor & Insulator Specification Development Framework

UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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Planning

05 Jul 2021 at 17:08

Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is initiating a tender titled "Webinar & RFI - Magnet Design Development, Magnet Validation Testing and Magnet Conductor & Insulator Specification Development Framework", which is classified under the CPV code for research services. This procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a total estimated value of £4,000,000. The procurement is aimed at supporting the Confinement Systems team and will be held at the Culham Science Centre, Abingdon. Key dates include a webinar event on 19th July, with a future notice date for further announcements set for 31st August 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in research and development, particularly those focusing on electrical machinery and materials testing. Companies specialising in superconducting and cryogenic technology, magnets, and related electrical components would be well-positioned to compete for the three lots outlined in the procurement. Engaging in this framework could enable firms to establish long-term partnerships with the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority and contribute to cutting-edge projects in fusion research.

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Notice Title

Webinar & RFI - Magnet Design Development, Magnet Validation Testing and Magnet Conductor & Insulator Specification Development Framework

Notice Description

The Spherical Tokomak for Energy Production Programme at UK Atomic Energy Authority is conducting an RFI and a webinar to support the development of the procurement strategy for a 3 lot framework for support services to the Confinement Systems team.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Lot 1 - Conceptual design and analysis work packages to address specific tasks or wider design challenges which involve major magnet subcomponent definition. Detailed analyses and design of superconducting or cryogenically cooled resistive magnet concept designs including design and optimisation studies. Lot 2 - Testing of materials or sub components - Physical validation of concept principles by manufacture and testing of prototype subcomponents or key critical materials including conductors and insulation. Design and manufacture of physical validation test articles. Insulation system and conductor specification development. Lot 3 - Conductor and Insulator Specification Development - Conductor specification development, early procurement engagement. Insulation system and specification development, early procurement engagement Additional information: UKAEA will be hosting two Webinar events on 19th July. The first will be at 08.30 - 10.00GMT and the second at 16.00 - 17.30GMT. Please refer to the attached document "T-SP108-21 RFI & Webinar Registration - Magnet Design Development, Magnet Validation Testing and Magnet Conductor and Insulator Specification Development Framework".

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02c3c7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015445-2021
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

31210000 - Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits

31220000 - Electrical circuit components

31230000 - Parts of electricity distribution or control apparatus

31300000 - Insulated wire and cable

31600000 - Electrical equipment and apparatus

31630000 - Magnets

31651000 - Electrical tape

31682400 - Overhead electrical equipment

31700000 - Electronic, electromechanical and electrotechnical supplies

31720000 - Electromechanical equipment

38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

44111511 - Electrical insulators

44111530 - Electrical insulating fittings

73110000 - Research services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Aug 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Sarah Palmer
Contact Email
sarah.palmer@ukaea.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1235467082

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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