Planning

Flexible Hoses for DBB Cryopump Module

UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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Planning

25 Apr 2025 at 09:43

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Atomic Energy Authority, a central government public authority located at the Culham Science Centre in Abingdon, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the design, manufacture, and testing of flexible hoses for a DBB Cryopump Module. This procurement falls within the goods category, specifically under tubing (CPV: 44164200). The opportunity is currently at the planning stage with a market engagement notice published on 25 April 2025, and potential suppliers are invited to express interest by 9 May 2025. The procurement documents are accessible via a public tendering platform, and the contract period is anticipated to begin on 1 July 2025 and end on 31 August 2025, with future notices expected by 30 May 2025.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity for suppliers in the tubing industry, particularly those specialising in the design and manufacture of flexible hoses. With a gross contract value of £300,000, this procurement could serve as an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to establish or expand their presence within the public sector. Businesses with capabilities in engineering, manufacturing, and testing would be well-suited to compete, as the procurement seeks specialised skills and expertise to fulfil the technical requirements set by the UK Atomic Energy Authority. Successful engagement in this tender could enhance business credentials and provide a solid footing for future governmental contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Flexible Hoses for DBB Cryopump Module

Notice Description

The UK Atomic Energy Authority has a requirement for the design, manufacture and testing of 195 flexible hoses Further details of the requirement are contained in the market engagement document from the link below. The Authority looking to hear from interested organisations who wish to tender for this requirement. A reply by close of Friday 9 May 2025..

Planning Information

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is looking to hear from potential suppliers interested in supply the above service. The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at: https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Supplier/PublicTenders Please search using the unique Tender/Quote ID: 98783.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05076f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016953-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

44164200 - Tubing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 May 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Robert Franklin
Contact Email
robert.franklin@ukaea.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1235466915

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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