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Project FORGE (Fusion Optimisation and Research by Geometric-integration of Electron-screening)

United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority

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18 Oct 2023 at 13:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority has awarded a contract for the project "FORGE (Fusion Optimisation and Research by Geometric-integration of Electron-screening)" to Astral Neutronics Ltd. DBA Astral Systems. The procurement method was a limited procedure with an award done without prior publication of a call for competition. The project falls under the 'Research services' category (CPV code: 73110000) and aims to explore materials for a Mark-1 MSF DT reactor. The contract value is £300,000, and it was signed on 16th October 2023. The UKAEA served as the buyer and the contracting authority. The location for the project is at Culham Science Centre, Abingdon, United Kingdom.

This R&D project tender by the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority offers opportunities for businesses in the research services sector to collaborate on cutting-edge scientific initiatives. Companies specialising in research, development, and testing of materials for fusion reactors would be well-suited to compete in this tender. Being a limited procurement process, businesses with expertise in fusion research and scientific consultancy can leverage their capabilities to contribute to this collaborative endeavour. The project's focus on enhancing scientific knowledge through specialist consultants aligns with the strategic goals of organisations looking to expand their presence in the advanced materials and fusion research sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Project FORGE (Fusion Optimisation and Research by Geometric-integration of Electron-screening)

Notice Description

This is for a collaborative R&D project.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Astral System Limited will lead a collaborative R&D project with the end goal to: 1) Explore different candidate LCF deuterium enriched materials and decide on the optimal material for a Mark-1 MSF DT reactor. 2) Test the different materials to better understand degradation, longevity, and fuel retention under operational and stress tested conditions.

Procurement Information

UKAEA have been engaging the neutron source community to assess the degree of research alignment that might be possible in each source scenario. This is an extension of this work and to achieve the best possible outcome in this area, UKAEA needs to engage a specialist consultant to enhance our knowledge of the topic and unique scientific support .

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-040d0d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030766-2023
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Oct 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Oct 20232 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
Postcode Area
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

Astral Neutronics Ltd. DBA Astral Systems

Further Information

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