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Turbomolecular Pumps

UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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12 Dec 2025 at 10:26

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Atomic Energy Authority, located at Culham Science Centre in Oxfordshire, has completed the procurement process for the supply of turbomolecular pumps to be installed in the Calorimeter Tanks of the MAST-U Beamlines. Classified under the 'Pumps' category within the industry, this contract falls into the 'goods' main procurement category and was awarded to Leybold UK Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in Chessington, United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was direct, occurring below the threshold without competition, indicating a streamlined process for essential components. The contract, actively effective from 12th December 2025 until 16th March 2026, valued at £32,180 gross, represents a strategic acquisition by a central government public authority.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in advanced manufacturing and engineering of turbomolecular pumps and associated accessories. Companies specialising in high-tech equipment and seeking to expand their footprint in the scientific research sector would have been well-suited for this contract. Being part of the procurement process managed by a renowned authority like the UK Atomic Energy Authority can establish credibility in the field and pave the way for future government engagements. Such opportunities are particularly attractive for firms focused on high-precision engineering and energy sectors, looking to enhance their portfolio with government projects.

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Notice Title

Turbomolecular Pumps

Notice Description

Supply of 2 off new Turbomolecular pumps and accessories to install to the Calorimeter Tanks of the MAST-U Beamlines.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f480
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082327-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42122000 - Pumps

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£26,817 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Contract Period
12 Dec 2025 - 16 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

LEYBOLD

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