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Development of vertically straight fusion blanket segment demonstrator including technology development identification

UK INDUSTRIAL FUSION SOLUTIONS LTD

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25 Nov 2025 at 19:05

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24 Oct 2025 at 15:05

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01 Oct 2025 at 18:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by UK Industrial Fusion Solutions Ltd, focuses on the development of a vertically straight fusion blanket segment demonstrator as part of their ongoing STEP programme. This contract, located at the Culham Science Centre in Abingdon, United Kingdom, falls under the engineering works and construction industry category. Currently in the award stage, the tender involves a contract awarded to Kyoto Fusioneering UK Ltd, valued at approximately £238,780. The procurement followed an open procedure, with key deadlines including the standstill period ending on 5th December 2025. The contract period runs from 10th December 2025 to 31st March 2026, aiming to innovate with ferritic-martensitic steels and assess the feasibility of large-scale fabrication.

This tender provides significant opportunities for business growth in the engineering and technology development sectors, particularly for firms experienced in metallurgy and advanced manufacturing techniques. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in engineering services, construction of complex structures, and those engaged in research and development can find this as a fertile ground for collaboration and expansion. The procurement necessitates expertise in project management, technical methodology, and innovative approaches to construction, making it ideal for businesses focusing on delivering high-quality, cost-efficient solutions.

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Notice Title

Development of vertically straight fusion blanket segment demonstrator including technology development identification

Notice Description

As part of the on-going STEP programme, continued development, learning and understanding of materials and systems is required. As such, the materials team have set out this requirement to better understand the proposed plan for the breeder blankets within the tokomak. This proof of concept, physical scaled demonstrator and broader technology understanding will benefit the programme and allow for further progress to be made. The scaled physical demonstrator that this project will deliver is to demonstrate the manufacturability of ferritic-martensitic steels in the form required to suit the Breeder Blanket design proposed herein. The demonstration will prove the engineering processes and techniques necessary for the scaled demonstrator and will identify feasibility of increased scale-up for manufacture of the large-scale fabrication of breeder blanket segments using Grade 91 steel. To view this notice, please click here: https://ukifs.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=996938262

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a649
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077051-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

71300000 - Engineering services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£238,780 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
10 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK INDUSTRIAL FUSION SOLUTIONS LTD
Contact Name
Operational Procurement
Contact Email
operationalprocurement.step@ukifs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KYOTO FUSIONEERING

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