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Planning

17 Jun 2026 at 12:32

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Getter Bed Regeneration System." This procurement is aimed at acquiring a system for the Tritium Management System at the new Lithium Breeding Tritium Innovation (LIBRTI) Facility at Culham Campus, Oxfordshire. The procurement falls under the category of services and involves designing, manufacturing, installing, testing, and commissioning a fully integrated turnkey Getter Bed impurity treatment solution. The preliminary market engagement is scheduled, with a due date of 7th July 2026, and future notices are expected by 25th September 2026. The estimated contract value is £480,000, and the contract period is set to begin on 20th November 2026, ending 24th September 2027.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for those involved in the industrial process control equipment and machinery sectors. Businesses providing integrated engineering services, especially SMEs, will find this procurement highly suitable given its complexity and scope. The project requires proficient capabilities in plant engineering design and installation services, making it ideal for firms experienced in delivering specialized machinery solutions. Participation in this tender can lead to a strategic partnership with a leading authority in nuclear research, positioning businesses advantageously in a competitive market.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Getter Bed Regeneration System

Notice Description

UKAEA requires the supply of a Getter Bed Regeneration System for the Tritium Management System located in the new Lithium Breeding Tritium Innovation (LIBRTI) Facility at Culham Campus. The Getter Bed Regeneration System will provide a fully integrated turnkey Getter Bed impurity treatment solution. This will require the contractor to design, manufacture, install, test, and assist with commissioning of the system.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=106451&TID=100111550&B=

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b700
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057118-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

42 - Industrial machinery

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

38810000 - Industrial process control equipment

42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery

51514000 - Installation services of miscellaneous general-purpose machinery

71323200 - Plant engineering design services

71340000 - Integrated engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£480,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
25 Sep 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Nov 2026 - 24 Sep 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

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