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UKRI-5720 Magnetic Bearing Drive systems for ISIS Neutron Disc Choppers

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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22 May 2026 at 13:39

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has announced a planned procurement process for the acquisition of Magnetic Bearing Drive systems intended for ISIS Neutron Disc Choppers. This procurement is classified under the goods category within the magnets industry (CPV: 31630000). The buying organisation operates as a public authority under central government in the United Kingdom, headquartered in Swindon, Wiltshire. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage with a notice published on 22nd May 2026, and a future notice date expected by 6th July 2026. The contract period is scheduled from 1st October 2026 to 30th September 2030, potentially offering a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in magnets and related technologies across the UK.

This tender, valued at approximately £2 million, presents substantial growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in advanced magnetic systems and technology solutions. With the procurement focusing on specialised goods, businesses with expertise in magnetic bearing systems or similar technological innovations stand a strong chance of competing successfully. The planned procurement aligns with UKRI's central governmental objectives, enhancing business prospects for firms within the designated supply chain that can meet the specified criteria and timelines.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5720 Magnetic Bearing Drive systems for ISIS Neutron Disc Choppers

Notice Description

Magnetic Bearing Drive systems for ISIS Neutron Disc Choppers The estimated value of this contract is PS2m

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a197
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048018-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

CPV Codes

31630000 - Magnets

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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