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title: "Wire Electrical Discharge Machining Machine"
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buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
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# Wire Electrical Discharge Machining Machine

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4555fc15-4e77-4999-bf42-3784d0f3ace2

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has announced an open tender for purchasing a Wire Electrical Discharge Machining (WEDM) machine, intended to enhance the machining capabilities in the CSF workshop area, Building B28, Abingdon. Classified under "Metal-working machining centre," this procurement falls within the goods category. The tender stage began on 25 October 2024, with a submission deadline on 19 November 2024 at 12:00 GMT. The contract is scheduled to start on 20 November 2024 and conclude on 31 March 2025. This machine will replace an aging WEDM unit and serve primarily the Integrated Engineering Group, with delivery expected to various international locations including the United Kingdom, Europe, and beyond.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for companies specialising in metal-working machinery and CNC technologies, including SMEs. By securing this contract, businesses can gain a prestigious client in UKAEA and potentially benefit from future upgrade and maintenance work. The open procedure procurement method ensures a fair competition, inviting a wide range of suppliers to participate. Innovative companies with advanced WEDM solutions and a track record in the public sector will find this tender particularly advantageous for business growth.

## Notice

The machine will provide the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority with enhanced machining capabilities through the use of WEDM machining. The machine will be located in the CSF workshop area, Building B28 and will primarily be used by the Integrated Engineering Group. This would be to replace an existing aging WEDM machine and also as an upgrade with newer technology and specifications.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64042c4e-0237-4bc6-8e28-4ba677d1d6a2 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Nov 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| 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

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42631000 - Machine tools for finishing metals
- 42632000 - Numerically-controlled machines for metal
- 42638000 - Metal-working machining centre

## Release History

- 25 Oct 2024 at 11:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64042c4e-0237-4bc6-8e28-4ba677d1d6a2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64042c4e-0237-4bc6-8e28-4ba677d1d6a2
  25th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=86883&B=UKAEA
  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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