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title: "Machining Framework"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
published: "2025-02-21"
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# Machining Framework

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-820c2eef-64e6-485e-b8a8-3791186c1506

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has issued a tender for a "Machining Framework" to support their NEURONE project aimed at developing and producing a fusion-specific steel. The procurement is classified under the industry category of "Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres" (CPV: 42610000). The tender process is currently in the "Tender" stage, with the final submission deadline set for 24th March 2025 at 12:00 PM. The project involves machining materials provided by UKAEA and delivering them to a designated third party. Deliveries are expected to be made to multiple locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, the United Kingdom, and other international destinations. The contract is planned to commence on 2nd May 2025 and run until 1st May 2029.

This machining framework presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs focusing on machining and technical inspection services. Businesses equipped with advanced machine tools and experience in working with specialised materials will find this tender suitable. By participating, companies can establish a strong commercial relationship with UKAEA, potentially opening doors to further collaborations in lucrative fusion energy projects. The open procurement method ensures that all qualified suppliers have a fair opportunity to compete. Businesses poised to deliver on these requirements stand to benefit greatly from the long-term contract and association with a prestigious buyer like the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority.

## Notice

We require Machining to support our mechanical testing for our NEURONE project, which focuses on developing and producing a fusion-specific steel. The material will be provided to you by UKAEA, and once the machining is complete, the item(s) will need to be sent to a third party designated by UKAEA

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fad0501f-0c21-4ef8-99a4-f605cc8c984b |
| 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 | 21 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 May 2025 - 1 May 2029 |
| 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

- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 42600000 - Machine tools
- 42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres
- 42612000 - Machining centre
- 42630000 - Metal-working machine tools
- 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2025 at 16:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fad0501f-0c21-4ef8-99a4-f605cc8c984b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fad0501f-0c21-4ef8-99a4-f605cc8c984b
  21st February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=90875&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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