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title: "Flexible Hoses for DBB Cryopump Module"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05076f"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
published: "2025-04-25"
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# Flexible Hoses for DBB Cryopump Module

Buyer: UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05076f

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## Summary

The UK Atomic Energy Authority, a central government public authority located at the Culham Science Centre in Abingdon, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the design, manufacture, and testing of flexible hoses for a DBB Cryopump Module. This procurement falls within the goods category, specifically under tubing (CPV: 44164200). The opportunity is currently at the planning stage with a market engagement notice published on 25 April 2025, and potential suppliers are invited to express interest by 9 May 2025. The procurement documents are accessible via a public tendering platform, and the contract period is anticipated to begin on 1 July 2025 and end on 31 August 2025, with future notices expected by 30 May 2025.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity for suppliers in the tubing industry, particularly those specialising in the design and manufacture of flexible hoses. With a gross contract value of £300,000, this procurement could serve as an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to establish or expand their presence within the public sector. Businesses with capabilities in engineering, manufacturing, and testing would be well-suited to compete, as the procurement seeks specialised skills and expertise to fulfil the technical requirements set by the UK Atomic Energy Authority. Successful engagement in this tender could enhance business credentials and provide a solid footing for future governmental contracts.

## Notice

The UK Atomic Energy Authority has a requirement for the design, manufacture and testing of 195 flexible hoses Further details of the requirement are contained in the market engagement document from the link below. The Authority looking to hear from interested organisations who wish to tender for this requirement. A reply by close of Friday 9 May 2025..

### Planning Information

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is looking to hear from potential suppliers interested in supply the above service. The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at: https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Supplier/PublicTenders Please search using the unique Tender/Quote ID: 98783.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016953-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 May 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44164200 - Tubing

## Release History

- 25 Apr 2025 at 09:43 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016953-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016953-2025
  25th April 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Supplier/PublicTenders
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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