---
title: "Development of FIB Lamella Cleaning Recipe for Pure Cu & CuCrZr"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0488b3"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
published: "2024-08-07"
---

# Development of FIB Lamella Cleaning Recipe for Pure Cu & CuCrZr

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0488b3

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is planning a public procurement process titled "Development of FIB Lamella Cleaning Recipe for Pure Cu & CuCrZr," classified under technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services. This service-based contract is in the planning stage, with a focus on the feasibility study of a Focused Ion Beam (FIB) cleaning methodology for pure un-irradiated copper (Cu) and CuCrZr. The procurement process is set to be formally announced on 17th September 2024. This endeavour, valued at GBP 100,000, will take place within the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services. Companies with expertise in advanced materials research and ion beam technologies would be especially well-suited to compete. Engaging in this project could provide vast exposure and establish a foothold in the cutting-edge field of fusion research, as managed by a highly reputable public body, the UKAEA.

## Notice

The objective of this work package is for a feasibility study to demonstrate Focused Ion Beam (FIB) cleaning methodology for pure un-irradiated Cu and CuCrZr.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The objective of this work package is for a feasibility study to demonstrate Focused Ion Beam (FIB) cleaning methodology for pure un-irradiated Cu and CuCrZr

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024941-2024 |
| 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 |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 16 Sep 2024 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

## Release History

- 7 Aug 2024 at 16:49 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024941-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=84517&B=UKAEA
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/72814

## Provenance

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