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title: "Embedded Engineering Resource Framework (EERF)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-048b89"
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buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
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# Embedded Engineering Resource Framework (EERF)

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-048b89

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Embedded Engineering Resource Framework (EERF)" has been led by the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), located at the Culham Campus in Abingdon. This contract falls under the services category with a focus on engineering design services, as indicated by the CPV classification 71320000. The procurement method employed was a restricted procedure, aligning with European procurement standards under legal basis CELEX 32014L0024. The final award was made on 29th May 2025, with a contract period expected from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2029, and the contract value is approximately £9.9 million. The procurement process has progressed to the award stage, with Amentum Clean Energy Limited and AtkinsRéalis UK Ltd named as suppliers, having the allowance to subcontract further tasks within the framework.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses, especially those specialising in engineering design and consultancy services. Companies adept in providing technical and engineering support, especially within the context of innovation and mechanical and electrical engineering, would find this framework beneficial for growth. The framework aims to foster a diverse range of skills and expertise to tackle technical and capability gaps, thus supporting the UKAEA's objectives in sustainable fusion energy. With a selective procurement method ensuring a robust competitive environment, opportunities are ripe for large organisations capable of offering substantial engineering and technical solutions to collaborate and drive forward the UK's strategic energy projects.

## Notice

This ITT covers The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority ("the Client's") requirement for the Embedded Engineering Resource Framework (EERF) which will support UKAEA deliver improved value for money for taxpayers, access to a broad range of engineering and technical skills in multiple technology and study fields. The EERF seeks to support the creation of a culture that is more open to innovation by helping to identify the barriers to creative thinking.

### Lot Information

Embedded Engineering Resource Framework (EERF)

This ITT covers The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority ("the Client's") requirement for the Embedded Engineering Resource Framework (EERF) which will support UKAEA deliver improved value for money for taxpayers, access to a broad range of engineering and technical skills in multiple technology and study fields. The EERF seeks to support the creation of a culture that is more open to innovation by helping to identify the barriers to creative thinking.

Renewal: May be renewed after the framework expires or if the maximum value under the framework is reached.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028444-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | 15 Sep 2024 |
| Award date | 8 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,900,000 |
| Lots value | £9,900,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £9,900,000 |

## 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 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | AMENTUM CLEAN ENERGY; ATKINSRÉALIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 31682210 - Instrumentation and control equipment
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services
- 71314100 - Electrical services
- 71320000 - Engineering design services
- 71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings
- 71323100 - Electrical power systems design services
- 71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services
- 71631400 - Technical inspection services of engineering structures
- 72242000 - Design-modelling services
- 72253200 - Systems support services
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development
- 98391000 - Decommissioning services

## Release History

- 29 May 2025 at 11:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028444-2025
- 29 Oct 2024 at 16:19 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035074-2024
- 1 Oct 2024 at 16:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031449-2024
- 13 Sep 2024 at 13:49 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029442-2024
- 5 Sep 2024 at 13:34 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028448-2024
- 16 Aug 2024 at 11:49 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026117-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=86310&B=UKAEA
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/72814
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority

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