Planning

Fusion Futures: Microwave Test Facility

UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

  • Contract Timeline

    Publication Date

    10th July 2024 14:19:09 PM

  • Contract Summary

    The objective of the wider project is to develop a requirements set and associated pre-conceptual design, for a microwave test facility. This test facility may include the ability to test any of the following: -Component level testing e.g. gyrotron cavity -High-powered gyrotrons -Novel source testing -Waveguide testing -Low power microwave testing -Launcher mechanical testing -Quasi-optical propagation testing The areas of primary interest for this opportunity are: -Microwave source testing -High-powered microwave component testing -Gyrotron cavity thermal test rig It is anticipated, subject to market engagement, that a maximum of 5 contracts will be awarded to parties with an interest in future use of such a facility. The estimated budget for each contract is between £10,000 and £20,000. This piece of work is required to be completed by the end of February 2025.

  • Contract Details

    Open Contracting ID

    ocds-h6vhtk-047c54

    Publication Source

    Find a Tender Service

    Procurement Stage

    Planning

    Procurement Method

    N/A

    Procurement Method Details

    N/A

    Procurement Category

    Services

    Tender Suitability

    Framework / DPS

  • Contract Classification

    CPV Code(s)

    73210000

    CPV Division(s)

    73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

  • Awarding Authority

    UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

    Buyer Name

    Charlotte Byrne

    Buyer Email

    charlotte.byrne@ukaea.uk

    Buyer Phone

    Buyer Address

    Culham Campus

    Abingdon

    OX14 3DB

    United Kingdom