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title: "STEP Manufacture Support Services Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02dbfa"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
published: "2022-04-29"
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# STEP Manufacture Support Services Framework

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02dbfa

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## Summary

The STEP Manufacture Support Services Framework is a public procurement initiative by the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority, located at Culham Science Centre, Abingdon, UK. This open procedure tender belongs to the engineering services industry and focuses on capabilities such as joining technologies, machining feasibility, and pressurised vessel design. The tender period ended on 15th October 2021, with an estimated contract value of £3,500,000. Key dates surrounding the award included an active award period starting on the same date, with delivery expected within the UK until 31st March 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the engineering sector, particularly those specialising in mechanical engineering services, design, and manufacturing technologies. Companies that are adept in areas like joining technologies, forming, and non-destructive testing (NDE) would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The authority has awarded multiple contracts under this framework, signalling a commitment to engaging with qualified suppliers, making it an attractive prospect for both established firms and emerging businesses looking to expand their portfolio.

## Notice

STEP Manufacturing Support Services Framework" consisting of providing capabilities in the areas of (but not limited to) joining technologies, forming technologies, machining feasibility (including refractory materials), pressurised vessel design and manufacture, DfM experience (also in novel, initial design concepts) and NDE technologies including guidance on enabling design requirements.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

STEP Manufacturing Support Services Framework" consisting of providing capabilities in the areas of (but not limited to) joining technologies, forming technologies, machining feasibility (including refractory materials), pressurised vessel design and manufacture, DfM experience (also in novel, initial design concepts) and NDE technologies including guidance on enabling design requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011063-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jan 2022 |
| Contract period | 15 Nov 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,700,000 |
| Lots value | £1,700,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £3,500,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 | 5 |
| Supplier names | ANSALDO NUCLEAR; DOOSAN BABCOCK; FRAZER-NASH CONSULTANCY; NUCLEAR AMRC (UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD; ROLLS-ROYCE SUBMARINES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71300000 - Engineering services
- 71333000 - Mechanical engineering services
- 71336000 - Engineering support services

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2022 at 09:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011063-2022
- 7 Oct 2021 at 12:08 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025040-2021
- 1 Sep 2021 at 14:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021643-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://https://www.ansaldoenergia.com/about-us/companies/ansaldo-nuclea
- http://www.doosanbabcock.com
- http://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=39424&B=UK
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/72814
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority

## Provenance

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