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title: "ESS Transfer Area Loading Adaptor"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1ed3a726-b511-42d0-b445-e1951f60ee4e"
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# ESS Transfer Area Loading Adaptor

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1ed3a726-b511-42d0-b445-e1951f60ee4e

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority has successfully concluded the tender process for the "ESS Transfer Area Loading Adaptor" project, categorised under miscellaneous structures, mechanical engineering services, and non-destructive testing services. The contract involves manufacturing a Stainless Steel Fabricated Assembly, its support infrastructure, and testing and delivery to the European Spallation Source in Lund, Sweden. The total contract value is £85,900, awarded to Dal Ben SpA and covering the period from 14th May 2024 to 30th September 2024. The procurement process was conducted as an open procedure, ensuring transparency and equal opportunities for all bidders. Key dates include the tender period ending on 4th April 2024 and the contract starting on 2nd May 2024, completing by the 30th September 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the fields of mechanical engineering, structural fabrication, and non-destructive testing. Companies with expertise in producing and assembling complex structures and those offering comprehensive testing services stand to benefit from such contracts. The emphasis on the assembly and delivery of high-precision equipment to an international facility like the European Spallation Source in Sweden provides an excellent platform for companies to demonstrate their capabilities and expand their market reach. Moreover, the suitability criteria highlight that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, promoting inclusivity and fostering business growth among smaller organisations.

## Notice

The UK Atomic Energy Authority has a requirement for the Manufacture of a Stainless Steel Fabricated Assembly, Switch Support Infrastructure, Lifting Structure for the Fabricated Assembly, Mounting Framework for FAT, load test and delivery to the European Spallation Source, Lund, Sweden.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d33514dc-69ce-4a31-9342-bfaf7199612d |
| 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 | 13 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 May 2024 |
| Contract period | 13 May 2024 - 30 Sep 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £85,900 |
| 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 | DAL BEN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 44212320 - Miscellaneous structures
- 71333000 - Mechanical engineering services
- 71632200 - Non-destructive testing services

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2024 at 15:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d33514dc-69ce-4a31-9342-bfaf7199612d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d33514dc-69ce-4a31-9342-bfaf7199612d
  13th August 2024 - 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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