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title: "Science DMZ - Switches"
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# Science DMZ - Switches

Buyer: UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a4500b8c-752c-4fda-b9bf-8edd2c062a57

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## Summary

The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has completed a procurement process titled "Science DMZ - Switches," focusing on the deployment of a Science DMZ to facilitate high data rates between UKAEA sites and global HPC systems. This project, classified in the industry category of data transmission services, is located in the South East of the United Kingdom. The restricted procedure procurement method was employed, with the tender period closing on 17th September 2025. The contract, valued at £110,000, commenced on 9th October 2025 and will conclude on 9th October 2028. The award was active as of 26th September 2025, with boxxe Limited selected as the supplier.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in data transmission services, particularly those capable of handling large volumes of data transfer and managing high-speed networks. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) were considered suitable for this contract, indicating an inclusive approach towards diverse business sizes. For companies looking to grow within the technology and services sector, engaging in projects like this with UKAEA can enhance their portfolio and strengthen their position in cutting-edge scientific fields such as commercial fusion power development.

## Notice

UKAEA are seeking to deploy a science DMZ to allow high data rates between UKAEA sites and to and from global HPC systems. This will involve the daily transfer of hundreds of Terabytes of data in support of our mission to support the development of commercial fusion power for a low carbon future. UKAEA already has provision through JISC for a burst speed of up to 200Gbps.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6908f684-0fa5-4241-8b14-ac2e28a2f802 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 8 Oct 2025 - 9 Oct 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £110,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £110,000 |
| 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 | UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | OXFORDSHIRE |
| 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BOXXE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72318000 - Data transmission services

## Release History

- 10 Oct 2025 at 09:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6908f684-0fa5-4241-8b14-ac2e28a2f802

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6908f684-0fa5-4241-8b14-ac2e28a2f802
  10th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=98946&B=UKAEA
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/72814
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority

## Provenance

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