Planning

https://www.ukri.org/councils/stfc/

CERN

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Planning

09 Jul 2025 at 13:40

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by CERN, is currently in the planning stage for the supply of oil tanks for high-voltage systems. This initiative falls under the goods category with a focus on the tanks industry, classified under CPV code 44611000. The project is based in the UK, particularly in the Geneva region, with CERN, a European institution, as the buying organisation. The procurement process is planned to progress with an Invitation to Tender expected in the fourth quarter of 2025, following a market survey that encourages the submission of a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire. The estimated contract value is 15,000,000 CHF, and key deliverables include detailed design, manufacturing, and tests, with delivery and integration at CERN's site.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in manufacturing and supplying high-voltage oil-storage tanks, particularly those with capacities to handle international shipping and technical documentation production. Companies experienced in engineering solutions related to oil-immersed equipment and cabling services would be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, the involvement in factory acceptance tests and routine checks could further create value. As CERN is a prestigious international organisation, securing this contract could significantly enhance a company’s portfolio and market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

https://www.ukri.org/councils/stfc/

Notice Description

This Market Survey concerns the supply of oil-tanks for 72.5 kV and 40 A DC high-voltage oil-immersed filter chokes. This Market Survey will be followed by an Invitation to Tender that is planned to be issued in Q4 2025. The estimated quantity to be delivered is six oil-tanks.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Supply shall include the following technical deliverables and activities: * Detailed Design File (DDF); * Oil tank pre-series and series manufacturing; * Technical documentation; * Factory Acceptance Tests; * Routine tests; * Packing of the Supply; * Shipping to CERN, if so requested; CERN will make available the following equipment and/or services: * Dismantling / decommissioning of existing installation / system; * Integrating the oil-immersed filter chokes inside oil tank on CERN site; * Civil engineering and cabling; * Installation; * Commissioning on CERN site. Additional information: Please note that even after the 'official' stated deadline on the market survey has passed, the contract remains open until the Invitation to Tender is issued. A Market Survey is merely an expression of interest and does not in any way constitute a commitment to bid. If you are interested in this contract, we encourage you to submit the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire and you are welcome to later

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055c1e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038633-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

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

CPV Codes

42131320 - Choke manifolds

44611000 - Tanks

44611410 - Oil-storage tanks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Aug 2025Expired
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CERN
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
hugh.alabaster@stfc.ukri.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CH – 1211 GENEVA 23
Postcode
N/A
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified
Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Further Information

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