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CHIMERA High Heat Flux System Laser Procurement

UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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12 Nov 2021 at 14:10

Planning

12 Oct 2021 at 13:08

Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is conducting a procurement process for the "CHIMERA High Heat Flux System Laser," which falls under the industry category of electricity, heating, solar, and nuclear energy. This procurement is currently in the planning stage, with activity expected to progress in December 2021. The main objective is to acquire a 125kW fibre laser system to facilitate tests on prototype fusion reactor components at the CHIMERA test facility located in Rotherham, Yorkshire. The procurement method being utilised is limited, allowing for negotiations without prior publication of a contract notice, due to the highly specialised nature of the requirements. The project is allocated a budget amounting to €2,500,000.00.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced laser technology, fibre optics, and installation services. Companies experienced in scientific and technical engineering services are well-suited to compete, given the project’s focus on high-technology applications in fusion research. Suppliers capable of providing not only the laser equipment but also installation and support services, such as warranty extensions, will be particularly advantageous. Engaging in this tender could expand market reach for businesses striving to be part of the UK's leading edge in fusion energy development.

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Notice Title

CHIMERA High Heat Flux System Laser Procurement

Notice Description

UKAEA requires a 125kW fibre laser system for integration into the CHIMERA test facility. This is to provide the capability for testing prototype fusion reactor components under "high heat flux", in the region of 10s of MW/m2, or even "very high heat flux", in the region of 100s of MW/m2. We require the ability to apply high heat flux for long periods or for short well-defined pulses. This functionality enables tests of prototype fusion reactor wall components and the ability to simulate certain fusion plasma extreme transient events, which are thought to be a high risk for the fusion programme including the now under-construction ITER experiment.

Lot Information

Lot 1

UKAEA requires a 125kW fibre laser system for integration into the CHIMERA test facility. This is to provide the capability for testing prototype fusion reactor components under "high heat flux", in the region of 10s of MW/m2, or even "very high heat flux", in the region of 100s of MW/m2. We require the ability to apply high heat flux for long periods or for short well-defined pulses. This functionality enables tests of prototype fusion reactor wall components and the ability to simulate certain fusion plasma extreme transient events, which are thought to be a high risk for the fusion programme including the now under-construction ITER experiment.

Options: Option to extend 3 year warranty for further 2 years.

Procurement Information

UKAEA issued a PIN (as referenced in this notice) for the requirement and received only one response from IPG. No other economic operator expressed interest in the PIN and UKAEA has concluded that the very specialist technical requirements may only be met by IPG. We therefor have elected to use the negotiated procedure without prior publication on the basis of 32(2)b(ii).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02eaf2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028349-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated without publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

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

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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

45 - Construction work

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy

09324000 - Long-distance heating

31712348 - Laser diodes

38600000 - Optical instruments

38621000 - Fibre-optic apparatus

38636100 - Lasers

38636110 - Industrial lasers

39715200 - Heating equipment

45214630 - Scientific installations

45315000 - Electrical installation work of heating and other electrical building-equipment

51000000 - Installation services (except software)

51110000 - Installation services of electrical equipment

51230000 - Installation services of testing equipment

51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services

71356000 - Technical services

71900000 - Laboratory services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

90721600 - Radiation protection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 2021Expired
Award Date
12 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Phil Perkins
Contact Email
phil.perkins@ukaea.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1235466213

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
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IPG LASER

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