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title: "STEP WP8 - Balance of Plant literature review"
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# STEP WP8 - Balance of Plant literature review

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c5310b86-04b2-4cbb-80cd-206c461faea4

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is seeking services for a literature review on fusion-related thermal to electrical conversion technologies under the title "STEP WP8 - Balance of Plant literature review." This procurement falls under the research services category and is situated in the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 5th August 2019. The awarded contract amounted to £50,000 and commenced on 19th August 2019, running until 31st March 2020.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in research consultancy services, particularly those specialising in technology assessments within the energy sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in innovative energy technologies or consultancy are well-suited to engage in similar contracts. The collaboration between major suppliers such as Rolls-Royce Power Engineering plc and Wood Nuclear Limited highlights potential partnerships that could enhance competitive positioning for emerging firms in this industry.

## Notice

A literature review of fusion relevant thermal to electrical conversion technologies is requested. This is expected to result in a list of existing, or in development, relevant technologies.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fbc2940-cef5-48aa-ab76-ceee55ff91f6 |
| 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 | 30 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Aug 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Aug 2019 |
| Contract period | 18 Aug 2019 - 31 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,000 |
| 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 | 2 |
| Supplier names | ROLLS-ROYCE POWER ENGINEERING; WOOD NUCLEAR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 Aug 2019 at 11:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fbc2940-cef5-48aa-ab76-ceee55ff91f6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fbc2940-cef5-48aa-ab76-ceee55ff91f6
  30th August 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=28984&B=OGC
  Additional information Please follow the link to access procurement documents
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/72814
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

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

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