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title: "STEP WP5 - Fusion Power Plant - Breeder Blanket Design Challenge"
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# STEP WP5 - Fusion Power Plant - Breeder Blanket Design Challenge

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e491d98b-bfea-4300-914b-f42ac65112f8

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the "STEP WP5 - Fusion Power Plant - Breeder Blanket Design Challenge," initiated by the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA). This project aims to develop conceptual designs for critical systems within fusion power plants, specifically the breeder blankets. The tender was completed with an open procurement method, and proposals were due by 1 November 2019. The contract was awarded on 22 November 2019, with a contract period commencing on 25 November 2019 and concluding on 28 February 2020. The project falls under the industry category of radioactive materials and will primarily take place in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the engineering and consultancy sectors, particularly those with expertise in thermal and structural design for fusion technology. Companies specialising in industrial process control, engineering studies, and design consultancy services would be especially well-suited to compete. The focus on advanced design requirements indicates the potential for innovative solutions, making this an attractive prospect for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) eager to engage in cutting-edge energy solutions.

## Notice

UKAEA wants to identify and partner with Consultant(s) to develop conceptual designs for the breeder blankets of a fusion power plant. Identified Consultant(s) would develop conceptual designs for fusion Breeder Blankets, which are critical systems for future fusion power plants. This system plays an important role in the fuel and thermal cycles of fusion power plants. Breeder Blankets generate fusion fuel and useful heat, which is transferred to the circulated coolant. In many cases this is pressurised and places large loads onto the Breeder Blanket structure. Consultant(s) are requested to submit proposals that address structural and thermal design challenges, applying their expertise to either improve performance, manufacturability and/or Technology Readiness

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56294b9d-a658-4198-8909-a6242dbe4e06 |
| 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 | 2 Dec 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Contract period | 25 Nov 2019 - 28 Feb 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £151,014 |
| 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 | 4 |
| Supplier names | ASSYSTEM ENERGY & INFRASTRUCTURE; ESTEYCO; IDOM CONSULTING; WOOD NUCLEAR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 09343000 - Radioactive materials
- 38810000 - Industrial process control equipment
- 38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator
- 44615100 - Steel pressure vessels
- 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis
- 71335000 - Engineering studies
- 71336000 - Engineering support services
- 71337000 - Corrosion engineering services
- 71356200 - Technical assistance services
- 73120000 - Experimental development services
- 73220000 - Development consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 2 Dec 2019 at 10:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56294b9d-a658-4198-8909-a6242dbe4e06

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56294b9d-a658-4198-8909-a6242dbe4e06
  2nd December 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=30352&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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