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title: "DC024 - Inert storage and handling solution for Li ceramics (argon glove box)"
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# DC024 - Inert storage and handling solution for Li ceramics (argon glove box)

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-65033053-380f-4c3d-96e0-5f27d8300bfc

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is seeking to procure an inert atmosphere (argon) glove box system for the safe and stable storage and handling of sensitive lithium-containing ceramics. This procurement, titled "DC024 - Inert storage and handling solution for Li ceramics (argon glove box)," falls under the Industrial Machinery sector and includes machinery and special-purpose electrical goods. The tender process is currently active, with the tender period closing on 14 January 2025. The contract is expected to commence on 10 February 2025 and conclude on 16 May 2025. The locations for delivery include the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the Rest of the World.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacture and supply of industrial and special-purpose machinery, particularly those focused on inert atmosphere systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. The project can benefit businesses looking to expand their expertise and market presence within the nuclear energy sector. As this procurement involves sophisticated equipment for handling lithium-containing ceramics, businesses with experience in supplying chemically stable storage solutions will be well-suited to compete for this contract.

## Notice

United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) wishes to procure an inert atmosphere (argon) glove box system to facilitate safe and chemically stable storage and handling of atmosphere sensitive lithium-containing materials. These materials will be predominantly lithium-containing oxide ceramics. The primary purpose of this inert atmosphere glove box system is to enable long-term storage and handling of lithium-containing oxide ceramic samples, and preparation thereof for various testing and analysis at UKAEA in an environment in which these materials remain chemically stable (i.e. controlled, moisture-free, inert atmosphere) for long periods time (i.e. years).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a79f681-3b14-4a15-901e-be3c2ef193f6 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Feb 2025 - 16 May 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

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 31640000 - Machines and apparatus with individual functions
- 42000000 - Industrial machinery
- 42641200 - Machine tools for working ceramics
- 42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery
- 42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery
- 42992000 - Special-purpose electrical goods

## Release History

- 18 Dec 2024 at 17:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a79f681-3b14-4a15-901e-be3c2ef193f6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a79f681-3b14-4a15-901e-be3c2ef193f6
  18th December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=88736&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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