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title: "Larger Magnet Manufacturing and Testing Considerations Study"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-74ccf979-7b1e-4251-97c6-a9deaec94255"
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buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
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# Larger Magnet Manufacturing and Testing Considerations Study

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-74ccf979-7b1e-4251-97c6-a9deaec94255

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is conducting an open tender titled "Larger Magnet Manufacturing and Testing Considerations Study," aimed at understanding the testing requirements for future fusion power plant magnets. Located at the Culham Science Centre in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, this procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically within feasibility study and technical testing fields. The tender period ends on 15th June 2020, while the contract is set to commence on 8th July 2020 and conclude by 7th January 2021.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in engineering studies, technical testing, and consultancy services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Firms adept in non-destructive testing and analysis would be well-positioned to compete and provide valuable insights into the development of fusion energy technology, thereby fostering innovation and contributing to the future of energy solutions.

## 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/704fc7e2-0d84-46f9-8fea-d13f6fbf078e |
| 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 | 15 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 Jul 2020 - 7 Jan 2021 |
| 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

- 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

- 15 May 2020 at 13:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/704fc7e2-0d84-46f9-8fea-d13f6fbf078e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/704fc7e2-0d84-46f9-8fea-d13f6fbf078e
  15th May 2020 - Opportunity 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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