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title: "STEP WP5 Uniaxial Rig Concept study"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b2517171-2889-4c3c-a8e2-7a02882077dc"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
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# STEP WP5 Uniaxial Rig Concept study

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b2517171-2889-4c3c-a8e2-7a02882077dc

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is seeking to award a contract for the "STEP WP5 Uniaxial Rig Concept Study," focusing on the development of a uniaxial mechanical test rig capable of operating under high magnetic fields and temperature conditions. This procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a procurement method classified as open. The contract period runs from 4th February 2020 to 23rd June 2020, with the tender having been awarded on 4th February 2020. Notably, the delivery location for this project is in the South East region of the United Kingdom, and the total contract value is £99,931.81.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the fields of mechanical engineering, precision instrumentation, and research and development services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in creating laboratory equipment and mechanical testing devices would find themselves well-placed to compete for future similar contracts. Engaging in this procurement process could not only enhance a company's portfolio but also lead to potential collaborations with a prominent authority in the energy sector, thereby fostering business growth and innovation.

## Notice

The purpose of this task is produce a Concept Study of a uniaxial mechanical test rig with the capability of subjecting samples to a high magnetic field and high temperatures within a controlled environment (such as under vacuum or purge gas).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d65824d4-65ca-4793-8ff6-24c3da188351 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jan 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Feb 2020 |
| Contract period | 4 Feb 2020 - 23 Jun 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £99,931 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 45 - Construction work
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 42300000 - Industrial or laboratory furnaces, incinerators and ovens
- 45350000 - Mechanical installations
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73120000 - Experimental development services
- 73220000 - Development consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 5 Feb 2020 at 12:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d65824d4-65ca-4793-8ff6-24c3da188351

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d65824d4-65ca-4793-8ff6-24c3da188351
  5th February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=31241&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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