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title: "Design Innovation and Validation of TF Cable Prototype and S Coil Prototype"
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# Design Innovation and Validation of TF Cable Prototype and S Coil Prototype

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-80f74f7e-6baf-4734-9f46-bcf5b75ff1c3

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), located at Culham Campus, Abingdon, is overseeing a procurement process titled "Design Innovation and Validation of TF Cable Prototype and S Coil Prototype". This tender, classified under the industry category of Research and Experimental Development Services (CPV 73100000), aims to engage a procurement partner for advancing the manufacturing design of a high current density high temperature superconducting cable. The procurement method used is a direct award, with the contract being awarded on the 4th of July 2024 to Tokamak Energy. The contract period runs from the 5th of July 2024 to the 31st of March 2026, covering various phases with hold points to evaluate progress. The delivery locations include the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other global regions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in high-tech manufacturing and innovation, particularly those with capabilities in superconducting technologies. SMEs are highly encouraged to participate, as this project offers a substantial budget of £3,300,000, which can significantly enhance the growth and development of niche capabilities in cutting-edge energy production technologies. Companies experienced in extensive research and development, with a focus on superconducting cables, will find this project well-suited to their strengths. This collaboration with UKAEA can also foster long-term partnerships and expertise in a critical and emerging technological area.

## Notice

The UKAEA Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP) Confinement Systems team seeks a procurement partner to advance the manufacturing design of its high current density high temperature superconducting cable through an innovation programme structured into several phases. The contract will include hold points to assess satisfactory progress (both schedular and technical) within each phase, prior to proceeding to the next phase.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dd9cf2a-be0b-4c22-a76f-ad50b4f59e7c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 3 Jul 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,300,000 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TOKAMAK ENERGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services

## Release History

- 20 Aug 2024 at 10:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dd9cf2a-be0b-4c22-a76f-ad50b4f59e7c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dd9cf2a-be0b-4c22-a76f-ad50b4f59e7c
  20th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=84076&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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