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Planning

01 Jul 2026 at 14:01

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Atomic Energy Authority, a central government public authority, invites suppliers to participate in a procurement process for manufacturing and delivering 21 identical horizontally-bifurcated optical fibre bundles, intended for the MAST-U Thomson scattering diagnostic upgrade. The procurement process, identified as T/043CB/26, is currently at the planning stage and falls under the goods category, specifically targeting diagnostic devices. The authority is located at the Culham Science Centre in Oxfordshire, UK. A key milestone in this process is the significant engagement date set for 8th July 2026, with subsequent phases expected as detailed in the preliminary market engagement notice. The ultimate contract period is slated from 7th September 2026 to 31st January 2027, providing a window for potential suppliers to prepare and compete.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in diagnostic devices, particularly those with capabilities in the production of fibre optic technologies. Given the requirement for uniformity in design, companies experienced in precision manufacturing and able to ensure high-quality standards would be well-suited to compete. Moreover, the opportunity is particularly accommodating for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), aligning with the procurement's suitability criteria. Engaging with this tender could result in business growth through the enhancement of industry reputation and expansion within the public sector market. Suppliers are encouraged to participate in the upcoming engagement session and prepare to meet the forthcoming procurement schedule.

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Notice Title

Fibre Optic Bundles for MAST-U

Notice Description

This PMEN describes the requirements of the UK Atomic Energy Authority (herein after referred to as the Purchaser) for a set of 21 identical optical fibre bundles to be manufactured and delivered by the Supplier. The Purchaser requires a set of 21 horizontally-bifurcated optical fibre bundles for use in an upgrade of the MAST-U Thomson scattering diagnostic. All 21 bundles are required to have the same, identical design.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=106807&TID=100111902&B=

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c183
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061843-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement 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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33124100 - Diagnostic devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
13 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Sep 2026 - 31 Jan 2027 1-6 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
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC

Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

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