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title: "STEP Technology Concept Development for a Deuterium and Tritium Fuel Pellet Injector System"
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# STEP Technology Concept Development for a Deuterium and Tritium Fuel Pellet Injector System

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-270948d4-eac9-4064-a0d7-7acb0d14c133

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is seeking tenders for the development of a preliminary concept for a deuterium and tritium (DT) fuel cryo-pellet injector system, associated with the STEP fusion reactor project. This procurement, classified under radioactive materials and research services, falls under the open procedure and is currently in the tender stage. The tender was published on 13 August 2021, with a submission deadline set for 10 September 2021. Work is anticipated to commence on 4 October 2021 and conclude by 15 December 2021, with the delivery location specified as the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the development of nuclear technologies, particularly those specialising in research services, gas guns, and radioactive materials. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as this tender is designed to foster innovation and collaboration in the field. Companies with expertise in creating advanced systems for nuclear applications will find this a promising avenue for growth and engagement with a prominent authority in the sector.

## Notice

Development of a preliminary concept for a DT fuel cryo-pellet injector which is to be used for fuelling the STEP fusion reactor.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b794828b-be24-430f-aa93-0b888802092e |
| 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 | 13 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Oct 2021 - 15 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 09343000 - Radioactive materials
- 09344000 - Radio-isotopes
- 35312000 - Gas guns
- 42151000 - Nuclear reactors
- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2021 at 11:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b794828b-be24-430f-aa93-0b888802092e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b794828b-be24-430f-aa93-0b888802092e
  13th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=39223&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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