Technical Support for Assembly and Installation of Scientific Mechanical Systems for MAST-U Tokamak Plasma Heating Systems

UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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Planning

29 Jul 2026 at 08:18

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Atomic Energy Authority, based at the Culham Science Centre in Oxfordshire, is seeking to engage suppliers for the provision of technical support in the assembly and installation of scientific mechanical systems related to the MAST-U Tokamak Plasma Heating Systems. The procurement is currently in the planning stage and is focused on the services category, specifically the installation of mechanical equipment. Interested suppliers must respond by 17:00 BST on 10 August 2026, with further opportunities to follow as detailed in the preliminary market engagement notice. The project is set to take place in the UKJ14 region, with the contract period running from 6 November 2026 to 26 February 2027.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in complex mechanical installation services, particularly those skilled in delicate, intricately detailed scientific systems. The contract, valued at £120,000 in total, is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises due to its inclusion of an SME-friendly lot. Participating in this opportunity could enable businesses to enhance their portfolio by engaging in high-profile governmental projects while potentially accessing further commercial avenues within the central government sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Technical Support for Assembly and Installation of Scientific Mechanical Systems for MAST-U Tokamak Plasma Heating Systems

Notice Description

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is looking to engage with Suppliers regarding the supply of specialist technicians to undertake complex assembly and installation work packages on complex scientific mechanical systems that are delicate and intricate in nature. Some brief information is available at this stage in the enclosed document. UKAEA is looking to hear from suppliers who are interested in this work. Responses are requested by 17:00 hours BST 10 August 2026.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=107771&TID=100112849&B=

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d5f6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071511-2026
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

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

51120000 - Installation services of mechanical equipment

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
4 Sep 20265 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Nov 2026 - 26 Feb 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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