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title: "CHIMERA High Heat Flux System Laser Procurement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02eaf2"
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# CHIMERA High Heat Flux System Laser Procurement

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02eaf2

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is conducting a procurement process for the "CHIMERA High Heat Flux System Laser," which falls under the industry category of electricity, heating, solar, and nuclear energy. This procurement is currently in the planning stage, with activity expected to progress in December 2021. The main objective is to acquire a 125kW fibre laser system to facilitate tests on prototype fusion reactor components at the CHIMERA test facility located in Rotherham, Yorkshire. The procurement method being utilised is limited, allowing for negotiations without prior publication of a contract notice, due to the highly specialised nature of the requirements. The project is allocated a budget amounting to €2,500,000.00.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced laser technology, fibre optics, and installation services. Companies experienced in scientific and technical engineering services are well-suited to compete, given the project’s focus on high-technology applications in fusion research. Suppliers capable of providing not only the laser equipment but also installation and support services, such as warranty extensions, will be particularly advantageous. Engaging in this tender could expand market reach for businesses striving to be part of the UK's leading edge in fusion energy development.

## Notice

UKAEA requires a 125kW fibre laser system for integration into the CHIMERA test facility. This is to provide the capability for testing prototype fusion reactor components under "high heat flux", in the region of 10s of MW/m2, or even "very high heat flux", in the region of 100s of MW/m2. We require the ability to apply high heat flux for long periods or for short well-defined pulses. This functionality enables tests of prototype fusion reactor wall components and the ability to simulate certain fusion plasma extreme transient events, which are thought to be a high risk for the fusion programme including the now under-construction ITER experiment.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

UKAEA requires a 125kW fibre laser system for integration into the CHIMERA test facility. This is to provide the capability for testing prototype fusion reactor components under "high heat flux", in the region of 10s of MW/m2, or even "very high heat flux", in the region of 100s of MW/m2. We require the ability to apply high heat flux for long periods or for short well-defined pulses. This functionality enables tests of prototype fusion reactor wall components and the ability to simulate certain fusion plasma extreme transient events, which are thought to be a high risk for the fusion programme including the now under-construction ITER experiment.

Options: Option to extend 3 year warranty for further 2 years.

### Procurement Information

UKAEA issued a PIN (as referenced in this notice) for the requirement and received only one response from IPG. No other economic operator expressed interest in the PIN and UKAEA has concluded that the very specialist technical requirements may only be met by IPG. We therefor have elected to use the negotiated procedure without prior publication on the basis of 32(2)b(ii).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028349-2021 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated without publication of a contract notice |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Dec 2021 |
| Award date | 12 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,500,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Planned |
| 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 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IPG LASER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 45 - Construction work
- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy
- 09324000 - Long-distance heating
- 31712348 - Laser diodes
- 38600000 - Optical instruments
- 38621000 - Fibre-optic apparatus
- 38636100 - Lasers
- 38636110 - Industrial lasers
- 39715200 - Heating equipment
- 45214630 - Scientific installations
- 45315000 - Electrical installation work of heating and other electrical building-equipment
- 51000000 - Installation services (except software)
- 51110000 - Installation services of electrical equipment
- 51230000 - Installation services of testing equipment
- 51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment
- 71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services
- 71356000 - Technical services
- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 90721600 - Radiation protection services

## Release History

- 12 Nov 2021 at 14:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028349-2021
- 12 Oct 2021 at 13:08 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025477-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=40020&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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