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title: "SBRI Competition Fusion Industry Challenges - Novel Concepts for Robust Diagnostics Systems, Sensing and Control"
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# SBRI Competition Fusion Industry Challenges - Novel Concepts for Robust Diagnostics Systems, Sensing and Control

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4ca65c93-da99-4de7-a43a-afcbb86e40a8

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## Summary

The UK Atomic Energy Authority has awarded contracts as part of an SBRI competition focused on fusion energy challenges under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services. The procurement process, now in the award stage, involved several suppliers, with projects scheduled to be delivered by August 2025. Key deadlines included the end of the tender period on 20 December 2024 and the contract start date of 21 December 2024. The projects will be carried out primarily in the South East region of the United Kingdom, with funding totalling up to £2.8 million, including VAT, allocated to this initiative.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in robust diagnostics systems, sensing, and control technology within the fusion energy sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, providing an avenue for growth through collaboration and innovation in high-demand areas. The competition's focus on cutting-edge research and development is ideal for firms with expertise in advanced diagnostic systems, control mechanisms, and sensor technology, positioning them to leverage the support and funding available to develop and commercialise new solutions. The diverse range of successful bidders, spanning universities, research institutes, and technology firms, demonstrates the breadth of potential collaborators and the varied opportunities for business expansion domestically and internationally.

## Notice

This is a Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) competition funded by the UK Atomic Energy Authority. The aim of the competition is to develop solutions to fusion energy challenges in two key priority areas. The competition has two themes Novel concepts for robust diagnostics systems and Robust components for sensing and control. A total of up to PS2.8m inclusive of VAT, is allocated to this competition. We expect to fund a number of projects. Each project should be delivered by August 2025. Each project can range in size up to total costs of PS250,000, inclusive of VAT. Please refer to attachments for the full competition guidance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9c41c73-e9b9-4e91-93a8-2c617dd69de7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 14 Feb 2025 - 29 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,472,864 |
| 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 | 13 |
| Supplier names | 3 SCI; AMENTUM CLEAN ENERGY; FIRST LIGHT FUSION; FRAUNHOFER UK RESEARCH; FULL MATRIX; IDOM; KYOTO FUSIONEERING; MUWAVE; NASCENT SEMICONDUCTOR; OXFORD SIGMA; UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH; UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS; UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 16 Mar 2025 at 12:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9c41c73-e9b9-4e91-93a8-2c617dd69de7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9c41c73-e9b9-4e91-93a8-2c617dd69de7
  16th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=87604&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

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