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title: "ESS Storage Pit Lids"
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buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
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# ESS Storage Pit Lids

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1baabb55-38ad-4475-9479-6f95f507c804

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is seeking suppliers for the "ESS Storage Pit Lids" project, aimed at manufacturing, assembling, testing, inspecting, and transporting shielding lids for use in the European Spallation Source in Lund, Sweden. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically related to mild steel, and involves an open procurement method. The contract period is set to commence from 9 April 2021 and run until 30 June 2022. The tender closed on 10 December 2020, and the award was announced on 26 April 2021, with the contract currently active.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the engineering, manufacturing, and metal fabrication sectors, particularly those capable of handling high-density reinforced concrete and stainless steel structures. Companies with a focus on scientific installations or structural engineering may find this tender particularly relevant. As it encourages small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate, the project can foster growth for businesses adept at delivering innovative and technically proficient solutions in challenging environments.

## Notice

This UK Atomic Energy Authority has a requirement for the manufacturing, assembly, testing, inspection and transport for shielding lids and their corresponding location frames under a 'build to print' contract, to be used in the European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund, Sweden. Each Pit Lid is constructed from high density reinforced concrete, encased in an 8mm welded stainless steel shell. The Pit Lids each have some variation in shape and size, with weights in the region of 15-25t. The exterior plates form a labyrinth design, that attenuates radiation. There are also 5 location frames to be constructed, from stainless steel angle bar, which also include location features. These frames are to be installed within the pit surround to form a base upon which a set of Pit Lids are placed. The contract dates detailed within this notice are estimated and may be subject to change.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d59a5873-4670-4865-94bc-a0ed948be346 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Apr 2021 |
| Contract period | 8 Apr 2021 - 30 Jun 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ABBEY ENGINEERING LLP T/A THE ABBEY GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 44450000 - Mild steel
- 45214630 - Scientific installations
- 45223100 - Assembly of metal structures
- 45223210 - Structural steelworks
- 45223500 - Reinforced-concrete structures

## Release History

- 26 Apr 2021 at 14:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d59a5873-4670-4865-94bc-a0ed948be346

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d59a5873-4670-4865-94bc-a0ed948be346
  26th April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/72814
  Organisation Profile

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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