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Detailed Design and Build of a Compound Cryogenic Pump Prototype (CCPP)

UK FUSION ENERGY LTD

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26 Mar 2026 at 09:47

TenderUpdate

26 Jan 2026 at 16:05

Tender

17 Dec 2025 at 19:05

Summary of the contracting process

UK Fusion Energy Ltd, operating from Culham Science Centre in Abingdon, is concluding the procurement for the 'Detailed Design and Build of a Compound Cryogenic Pump Prototype (CCPP).' The contract, categorised under services in engineering design and pumps, has reached the award stage with a pending award status. The contract awarded on 11 March 2026 is valued at £1,800,000 and is anticipated to start from 9 April 2026, running through to 30 September 2028. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, providing transparency and opportunity for competition. The standstill period ends on 8 April 2026, with the contract period commencing the following day. This procurement is pivotal within the UK pump and compressor industry, with key deliverables in vacuum and air pumps and engineering design services.

The award for the cryogenic pump prototype design and build presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for large enterprises such as RI Research Instruments GmbH, the awarded supplier. The procurement prioritises technical competence with a weight of 55% in the award criteria. Businesses proficient in high-quality engineering design services backed by competitive pricing can benefit significantly from similar opportunities. Service providers in the mechanical and cryogenic engineering sectors, particularly those with strong capabilities in pumps and compressors, should consider engaging with similar procurement processes. This project aligns itself with fostering international collaborations, evidenced by the inclusion of a German supplier, indicating openness to cross-border partnerships that drive innovation and industry advancement.

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Notice Title

Detailed Design and Build of a Compound Cryogenic Pump Prototype (CCPP)

Notice Description

UKIFS seeks the provision of detailed design and build of a Compound Cryogenic Pump Prototype (CCPP) after the completion of the detailed design documentation based on the existing preliminary design.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f864
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027697-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

42120000 - Pumps and compressors

42122450 - Vacuum pumps

42122460 - Air pumps

71320000 - Engineering design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
8 Apr 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK FUSION ENERGY LTD
Additional Buyers

UK INDUSTRIAL FUSION SOLUTIONS LTD

Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

RI RESEARCH INSTRUMENTS

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