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2G (REBCO-based) HTS Tape for the STEP Toroidal Field Model Coil

UK INDUSTRIAL FUSION SOLUTIONS LTD

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

27 Nov 2025 at 12:05

Award

14 Oct 2025 at 09:05

Tender

18 Aug 2025 at 18:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by UK Industrial Fusion Solutions Ltd concerns the acquisition of REBCO-based HTS tape for the STEP toroidal field model coil. The open procurement method, categorised under "goods," aimed at purchasing 200 km of 12mm HTS tape, suited for low-temperature and high-field applications. The contract, valued at £4,740,000 gross, was awarded to Shanghai Superconductor Technology Co., Ltd. based in China. The procurement, conducted under the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54, was completed with delivery set to start as soon as possible after the award, by no later than 1st January 2027, and finishing by 30th June 2027. The industry category includes magnetic tapes, transformers, electric conductors for data and control, and magnets, with delivery scheduled within the United Kingdom. The contract, allowing for renewal, ensures the option to purchase additional quantities as stipulated.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in superconducting materials and related technologies. Companies with capabilities in advanced material production, particularly those focusing on electrical conductors and magnetic tapes, are well-suited to compete in such tenders. By participating in processes like this, businesses can expand their market reach, enhance their portfolio of public contracts, and benefit from engagement with key players in the fusion energy sector. The open procedure provides an inclusive platform for competition, allowing diverse suppliers, including SMEs, to showcase their innovation and quality in high-stakes industrial applications.

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Notice Title

2G (REBCO-based) HTS Tape for the STEP Toroidal Field Model Coil

Notice Description

This procurement seeks to award the contract for the supply of REBCO-based HTS tape for the STEP toroidal field model coil. The quantity required is 200 km of 12mm REBCO HTS tape suited to low temperature, high field application. Delivery commencing as soon as possible after award and no later than 01/01/27 and concluding no later than 30/06/27. To view this notice, please click here: https://ukifs.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=997359722

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract allows for the option to purchase additional goods (as defined in the Contract) as set out in clause Z14 of the Contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058a25
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077635-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

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


CPV Codes

30234700 - Magnetic tapes

31170000 - Transformers

31350000 - Electric conductors for data and control purposes

31630000 - Magnets

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£3,950,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
25 Nov 2025 - 30 Jun 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK INDUSTRIAL FUSION SOLUTIONS LTD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
operationalprocurement.step@ukifs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1235 464381

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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHANGHAI SUPERCONDUCTOR TECHNOLOGY

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