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title: "For the design, manufacture, supply and installation of a Fire Suppression System for the Materials Research Facility at Culham Science Centre"
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# For the design, manufacture, supply and installation of a Fire Suppression System for the Materials Research Facility at Culham Science Centre

Buyer: UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c61dcfd7-74e3-419f-9685-c5e2c5589ead

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## Summary

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is currently seeking suppliers through an open tender process for the design, manufacture, supply, and installation of a Fire Suppression System at the Materials Research Facility located at the Culham Science Centre in Oxfordshire. This tender was published on 28th November 2017, with a submission deadline set for 18th December 2017. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 8th January 2018 and conclude by 19th February 2018. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically classified under the CPV code for fire suppression systems.

This tender offers significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in fire safety technology and systems, particularly those with capabilities in design and installation. Businesses involved in the manufacture of fire suppression equipment, as well as those that have experience with similar projects in research facilities, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement could enhance business growth and strengthen their portfolio in the growing sector of safety systems for science and research facilities.

## Notice

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is a Non-Departmental Public Body carrying out research into the potential of nuclear fusion as a future source of energy and manages the UK & European Fusion Programme through its research arm at Culham Science Centre for Fusion Energy (CCFE) in Oxfordshire. The Authority would like to engage a supplier to design, manufacture and install a Fire Suppression System within its new Materials Research Facility (MRF) at Culham Science Centre. A full description of the requirements is in the Technical Specification from the link attached. Additional information: All communication in relation to this requirement should be directed to Jim Ennis at email: jim.ennis@ukaea.uk or telephone 01235 466257.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52ec7153-a5bc-4df5-a66a-67cdb386fb4a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Jan 2018 - 19 Feb 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1 |
| 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 | UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| 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

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35111500 - Fire suppression system

## Release History

- 28 Nov 2017 at 17:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52ec7153-a5bc-4df5-a66a-67cdb386fb4a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52ec7153-a5bc-4df5-a66a-67cdb386fb4a
  28th November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.ccfe.ac.uk/TenderDocs.aspx?DocName=fire.zip
  Potential tenderers should follow the link and register their interests for the ITT.

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