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title: "Larger Magnet Manufacturing and Testing Considerations Study"
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# Larger Magnet Manufacturing and Testing Considerations Study

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4e74dc94-ea25-443b-8e94-bf40f701d516

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has completed its procurement process for the "Larger Magnet Manufacturing and Testing Considerations Study," a feasibility study aimed at understanding testing requirements for future fusion power plant magnets. This open tender, classified under the CPV code 71241000, targeted the services industry and took place in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The tender period ended on 15th June 2020, while the contract commenced on 8th July 2020 and concluded on 7th January 2021. The awarded contract, valued at £48,000, was given to ASG Superconductor S.p.A., with the award announcement made on 2nd August 2020.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in engineering studies, technical testing, and consulting services, particularly those experienced in non-destructive testing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in these fields can leverage their expertise to compete for similar future tenders in the growing fusion energy sector. Engaging with UKAEA may enable these businesses to develop partnerships and gain insights into upcoming projects and advancements in fusion technology.

## Notice

UKAEA wishes to appoint a supplier which will help them to understand the testing requirements for future fusion power plant magnets

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fd461bf-9ec2-4b8b-986d-56c544109e35 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Aug 2020 |
| Contract period | 6 Aug 2020 - 7 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £48,000 |
| 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 | 1 |
| Supplier names | ASG SUPERCONDUCTOR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis
- 71335000 - Engineering studies
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 71632200 - Non-destructive testing services

## Release History

- 12 Oct 2020 at 19:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fd461bf-9ec2-4b8b-986d-56c544109e35

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fd461bf-9ec2-4b8b-986d-56c544109e35
  12th October 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=33025&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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