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title: "Development and Testing of Magnet Insulators"
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# Development and Testing of Magnet Insulators

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-61cec88f-7d16-4e48-adce-812929d0a126

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is seeking a suitably qualified organisation to undertake the "Development and Testing of Magnet Insulators" as part of their STEP programme. This tender falls under the Research and Development services category, with additional focus on experimental development, technical testing, and consultancy services. The process is at the tender stage with a deadline for submissions set for 30th October 2024. The contract period will commence on 31st October 2024 and conclude on 1st November 2024. The work locations include British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, United Kingdom, and other global locations. This open procedure provides a significant opportunity for interested parties to engage with the UKAEA's forward-thinking project.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in high-performance composite materials and superconducting magnet technologies to contribute to innovative research and development initiatives. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, supporting inclusive business growth. The project is well-suited for organisations with expertise in materials testing, technical analysis, and those already engaged in the energy or scientific research sectors. By participating, businesses can leverage this prestigious project to enhance their market presence and capabilities within the high-tech materials industry.

## Notice

UKAEA STEP is looking for a suitably qualified organisation to undertake a research and development programme of work to prototype and test high-performance composite materials systems for use in STEP's high temperature superconducting magnets.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dad0552b-4e45-46ae-96e7-2e4eb55b2673 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Oct 2024 - 1 Nov 2024 |
| 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

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2024 at 12:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dad0552b-4e45-46ae-96e7-2e4eb55b2673

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dad0552b-4e45-46ae-96e7-2e4eb55b2673
  30th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=86185&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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