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iCOATfibres-2

UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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29 Aug 2025 at 10:26

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "iCOATfibres-2" was undertaken by the UK Atomic Energy Authority, aiming to advance Ceramic Matrix Composite materials for the nuclear fusion market. Located in Oxfordshire, this project falls under the industry categories of Research and Experimental Development Services and Instruments for Checking Physical Characteristics. The procurement method was direct, without competition, indicating that it was below the threshold. Key dates include the award announcement on 15 August 2025, with the contract commencing on 15 September 2025 and concluding on 14 September 2026. This process is currently in the Award stage, marking its status as complete.

This tender provides valuable business growth opportunities, particularly for enterprises specialising in advanced materials or nuclear technology development. ARCHER TECHNICOAT LIMITED, a small to medium enterprise based in Buckinghamshire, has been awarded the contract, showcasing the potential for SMEs in the central government procurement sphere. Businesses capable of innovative solutions in materials science could see considerable benefit from engaging in similar procurement processes. This environment fosters potential partnerships with public authorities like the UK Atomic Energy Authority, offering avenues to contribute to significant scientific advancements.

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Notice Title

iCOATfibres-2

Notice Description

This project aims to further the knowledge gained from the previous project on how to deliver CMC materials that work for the nuclear fusion market. This project will enable this by starting development of a new interphase option, working on handleability of coated fibres and earlystage continuous fibre development

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059035
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052368-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£147,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
14 Sep 2025 - 14 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tony.morris@ukaea.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORDSHIRE
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

ARCHER TECHNICOAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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