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title: "STEP WP5 - Design and Supply of Uniaxial Magnetic Testing Rig"
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buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
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# STEP WP5 - Design and Supply of Uniaxial Magnetic Testing Rig

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c02e834e-b960-408e-bd49-0792fdb15aab

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is seeking suppliers for the project titled "STEP WP5 - Design and Supply of Uniaxial Magnetic Testing Rig". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically within the industry of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender stage is currently open, with submissions accepted until 21 October 2019 at 23:59 BST. The contract is expected to commence on 1 November 2019 and run until 31 January 2020, with delivery required in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses that specialise in high-precision engineering, manufacturing of testing equipment, and research and development services. Companies with capabilities in creating hydraulic uniaxial materials testing rigs or those with experience in high-temperature and high-magnetic field conditions would be particularly well-suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate in this open procedure, leveraging their agility and innovation to meet the requirements of this specialised project.

## Notice

UKAEA wishes to procure a rig that can perform uniaxial tests on samples subjected to high-temperature, high-magnetic field conditions within an environment that can be vacuum pumped or purge gas controlled. The Supplier shall design and supply a hydraulic uniaxial materials testing rig with high magnetic-field, high-temperature and vacuum environment capability.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9213264f-1ebf-4309-a563-963fe50f85d0 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Sep 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2019 - 31 Jan 2020 |
| 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

- 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

## Release History

- 25 Sep 2019 at 07:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9213264f-1ebf-4309-a563-963fe50f85d0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9213264f-1ebf-4309-a563-963fe50f85d0
  25th September 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=29920&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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