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title: "STEP WP5 - Review of Zirconium Manufacturing and Joining"
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# STEP WP5 - Review of Zirconium Manufacturing and Joining

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2f1bfb0f-cb11-45cc-8e78-94d71b4e480d

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is currently conducting an open tender for the project titled "STEP WP5 - Review of Zirconium Manufacturing and Joining." This procurement falls under the category of research and development services, specifically focusing on zirconium alloys as materials for fusion environments. The tender was published on 23 August 2019, and interested parties must submit their bids by 20 September 2019. The contract is expected to commence on 30 September 2019 and will run until 1 February 2020, with the work to be carried out in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth in the consultancy and research sectors, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in materials science, thermodynamics, and related fields. Companies with a strong background in manufacturing processes and alloy materials, or those experienced in fusion energy applications, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this project could enhance a business's portfolio in high-tech industries and contribute to advancements in fusion technology development.

## Notice

The Client (UKAEA) seeks to create a better understanding of the manufacturability and joinability of zirconium (Zr) alloys as a structural material for a fusion environment. The successful Consultant will be selected by the Client to write a review of the manufacturing landscape and Zr alloy joinability for current commercial Zr alloys. Furthermore, there will be some novel work involved in thermodynamic calculations and physical dissimilar butt-joins.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2292a9d1-c118-48db-a811-91ead1a65ab0 |
| 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 | 23 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2019 - 1 Feb 2020 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Aug 2019 at 11:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2292a9d1-c118-48db-a811-91ead1a65ab0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2292a9d1-c118-48db-a811-91ead1a65ab0
  23rd August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=29863&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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