---
title: "STEP scoping of a research and development programme for the concept development of a suitable closed loop helium coolant circuit"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03e21d"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
published: "2023-09-29"
---

# STEP scoping of a research and development programme for the concept development of a suitable closed loop helium coolant circuit

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03e21d

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority has initiated a tender process for the provision of research and development services relating to a closed loop helium coolant circuit. This procurement falls under the services category within the CPV classification for Research and development services. The buying organisation, based in Abingdon, UK, aims to optimise power output through innovative heat exchanger design. The deadline for submission has been extended to 27/10/2023, providing interested parties with ample time to participate in this stage of the procurement process.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in research and development services to engage with the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority on the advancement of heat exchange technologies. Companies with expertise in designing and implementing closed loop coolant systems in the nuclear fusion domain would be well-suited to compete in this procurement process. By participating, businesses can contribute towards enhancing the efficiency and performance of primary coolant loop designs to maximise the power output of the SPP facility.

## Notice

The objective of this PIN is to better understand the trade space around the major heat exchanger equipment. This information will be used to inform the broader primary coolant loop design, plant spatial layouts, and maintenance strategy. The goal is to maximise SPP net power output by designing heat exchangers that provide maximum performance.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The objective of this PIN is to better understand the trade space around the major heat exchanger equipment. This information will be used to inform the broader primary coolant loop design, plant spatial layouts, and maintenance strategy. The goal is to maximise SPP net power output by designing heat exchangers that provide maximum performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028804-2023 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Sep 2023 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 3 Aug 2023 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 29 Sep 2023 at 13:06 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028804-2023
- 11 Sep 2023 at 12:21 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026809-2023
- 4 Aug 2023 at 08:21 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022682-2023
- 14 Jul 2023 at 13:24 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020329-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=70727&B=UKAEA
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/72814

## Provenance

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