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title: "STEP Remountable Joints Programme Consultancy"
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# STEP Remountable Joints Programme Consultancy

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-141a7f89-65d6-4d7d-a127-2cde1753d91f

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has initiated an open procurement process titled "STEP Remountable Joints Programme Consultancy" within the research and development consultancy services category. The tender focuses on overcoming technical challenges associated with superconducting magnets with remountable joints. The consultation is targeted at supporting the ambitious timelines set out by the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP) programme. This procurement is open for submissions until 24th October 2024, with the contract scheduled to commence on 2nd December 2024 and conclude on 2nd February 2026. The services are expected to be delivered across various regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, United Kingdom, and globally.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development consultancy, particularly those with expertise in superconducting technologies. SMEs are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is suitable for small to medium enterprises. Companies with a background in providing unbiased expert reviews and experience in complex technical programme adjustments will find this tender particularly aligning with their capabilities. Engaging in this project can significantly enhance a business's portfolio and reputation in the field of advanced energy production technologies.

## Notice

There are a number of significant technical hurdles in designing, building and operating large superconducting magnets with remountable joints (RMJs), most notably the need for repeatable, reliable ultra-low resistance connections. There is a requirement to support to provide an unbiased expert review of the programme and hence allow for adjustments that will ultimately enable effective delivery on the ambitious timescales set out by STEP.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c01be8dc-575e-4fbd-b2f7-0d1ad7eb2d03 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Dec 2024 - 2 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | ABINGDON |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX14 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 4 Oct 2024 at 11:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c01be8dc-575e-4fbd-b2f7-0d1ad7eb2d03

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c01be8dc-575e-4fbd-b2f7-0d1ad7eb2d03
  4th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=86415&B=UKAEA
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/72814
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority

## Provenance

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