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title: "Fusion Steels Study"
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buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
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# Fusion Steels Study

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d4f33779-628c-43be-a1ff-91579ff4693e

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is seeking consultancy services for its "Fusion Steels Study," aimed at enhancing the understanding of manufacturing steels in fusion environments. This procurement falls under the industrial category of steel and is part of an open procurement process that concluded the tender period on 18 October 2019. The contract has a timeline from 28 October 2019 to 31 January 2020, with the awarded contract valued at £35,953.03. The primary location for this project is in the South East of England, specifically at the Culham Science Centre in Abingdon.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in engineering, supply chain analysis, and steel manufacturing, particularly those that can leverage expertise in feasibility studies and technical assistance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find it advantageous to compete, given that the tender is open for a range of services including engineering studies and design for manufacturing processes. Winning this contract can enhance a company's portfolio in the niche field of fusion-relevant steels and position them as key players in innovative manufacturing solutions.

## Notice

The Client (UKAEA) seeks to create a better understanding of the supply chain and industrial availability of manufacturing steels for fusion environment. The successful Consultant will be selected by the Client to write a review of the supply and manufacturing landscape for current commercial fusion-relevant steels. Furthermore, it will also involve cost estimation and timelines for manufacturing of parts.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1884975f-7d84-4d2b-a7d8-1e9f2b937659 |
| 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 | 31 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Oct 2019 |
| Contract period | 30 Oct 2019 - 31 Jan 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,953 |
| 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 | JACOB FIELD SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 14 - Mining, basic metals and related products
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 14622000 - Steel
- 44615100 - Steel pressure vessels
- 45223210 - Structural steelworks
- 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis
- 71335000 - Engineering studies
- 71336000 - Engineering support services
- 71356200 - Technical assistance services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 31 Oct 2019 at 15:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1884975f-7d84-4d2b-a7d8-1e9f2b937659

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1884975f-7d84-4d2b-a7d8-1e9f2b937659
  31st October 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=30209&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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