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title: "STEP WP5 - Review of Zirconium Alloy Performance Towards Use In A Nuclear Fusion Environment"
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# STEP WP5 - Review of Zirconium Alloy Performance Towards Use In A Nuclear Fusion Environment

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-68cea4a6-cb4f-4e1d-9df3-8c0562b93c88

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is seeking a consultant for the tender titled "STEP WP5 - Review of Zirconium Alloy Performance Towards Use In A Nuclear Fusion Environment". This procurement falls within the research and development services sector and is located in the South East of the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently at the active tender stage with bids accepted until 20th September 2019. The contract is scheduled to commence on 30th September 2019 and conclude by 10th January 2020, following an open procurement method under the open procedure.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in alloy research, materials science, and nuclear fusion technology. Companies capable of delivering consultancy services and producing detailed performance reports on Zirconium alloys would be well-positioned to compete for this contract, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that focus on innovative research and development solutions within this industry. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance a business’s visibility and provide access to critical insights in the nuclear sector.

## Notice

UKAEA wishes to appoint a Consultant to produce a report that details the performance of current commercial Zr alloys in a fusion-like environment and critical recommendations on whether these alloys can be used, their limitations and what promising areas of research exist in alloy development towards minimising the shortfalls of current alloys.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60e18435-96a6-4c1a-91a6-19f4e48bc763 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2019 - 10 Jan 2020 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Aug 2019 at 11:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60e18435-96a6-4c1a-91a6-19f4e48bc763

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60e18435-96a6-4c1a-91a6-19f4e48bc763
  23rd August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=29837&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

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