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title: "STEP Development of Electro-Magnetic Separation of Isotopes for Fusion Materials"
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# STEP Development of Electro-Magnetic Separation of Isotopes for Fusion Materials

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1fc735d3-f297-4d8c-b7ae-f013fb98cfb1

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has issued a tender for the project titled "STEP Development of Electro-Magnetic Separation of Isotopes for Fusion Materials." This initiative falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on technologies for isotope separation to minimise radioactive waste. The tender is currently in the open procurement stage with a closing date set for 6th October 2021. The contract period is anticipated to start on 27th October 2021 and continue until 30th April 2022, with delivery addresses spanning the United Kingdom and various territories.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced engineering, nuclear technology, and electromagnetic systems. Companies with expertise in the design and development of machines and apparatus, particularly those involved in particle accelerators and engineering studies, would be well-suited to engage in this procurement process. The open procedure encourages small and medium-sized enterprises to participate, potentially increasing competition and innovation in the sector.

## Notice

The STEP Programme is interested in an isotope separation technology based on electromagnetic techniques, to provide isotopically tailored materials to reduce radioactive waste for the STEP concept and prototype reactor, with effective benefits relating to cost and scaling. UKAEA requires a detailed design of a rig, that can form the prototype of an advanced isotopic tailoring technique based on electro-magnetic separation

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51247b44-ab6c-4a2f-8235-37f76d13c267 |
| 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 | 6 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 26 Oct 2021 - 30 Apr 2022 |
| 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

- 24 - Chemical products
- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 24315100 - Heavy water, other isotopes and their compounds
- 31640000 - Machines and apparatus with individual functions
- 31643000 - Particle accelerators
- 33158100 - Electromagnetic unit
- 71335000 - Engineering studies
- 71340000 - Integrated engineering services

## Release History

- 6 Sep 2021 at 11:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51247b44-ab6c-4a2f-8235-37f76d13c267

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51247b44-ab6c-4a2f-8235-37f76d13c267
  6th September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=39465&B=UK
  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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