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Plasma and Fuel Cycle Interface Modelling Enhancement and Data Integration

UK INDUSTRIAL FUSION SOLUTIONS LTD

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29 Jan 2026 at 14:05

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, led by UK Industrial Fusion Solutions Ltd, focuses on enhancing plasma and fuel cycle interface modelling. Titled "Plasma and Fuel Cycle Interface Modelling Enhancement and Data Integration," the contract falls under the services category, specifically addressing engineering-related scientific and technical services. Taking place in Abingdon, United Kingdom, the project has progressed to the award stage with TSM Engineering being the designated supplier. The procurement was conducted through a direct method below the threshold without competition. The contract, valued at £135,600 gross (£113,000 net), was signed on 2nd October 2025 and is active between 5th October 2025 and 31st March 2026. The legal basis for the procurement is outlined in UK legislation (UKPGA 2023/54).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in engineering-related scientific and technical services, such as those involved in research and development. The enhancement of plasma modelling and data integration interfaces could lead to further innovations in the UK’s industrial fusion capabilities. Small and medium-sized enterprises with expertise in specialised technical services or those capable of expanding interface complexities and modelling capabilities would stand to benefit. Participation in such enhancements could foster business growth, expand expertise, and establish strategic partnerships within the fusion industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Plasma and Fuel Cycle Interface Modelling Enhancement and Data Integration

Notice Description

The contract aims to improve plasma and fuel cycle interface modelling by incorporating plasma requirements, expanding interface complexity, and integrating various plasma modes and states. It also seeks to enhance the Design Structure Method (DSM) for modelling plasma control interfaces, with a focus on the plasma-fuel cycle interface. To view this notice, please click here: https://ukifs.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1010435501

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061221
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008077-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details 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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services

71356000 - Technical services

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£113,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
4 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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
Not specified
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TSM ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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