---
title: "iCOATfibres-2"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059035"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
published: "2025-08-29"
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# iCOATfibres-2

Buyer: UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059035

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "iCOATfibres-2" was undertaken by the UK Atomic Energy Authority, aiming to advance Ceramic Matrix Composite materials for the nuclear fusion market. Located in Oxfordshire, this project falls under the industry categories of Research and Experimental Development Services and Instruments for Checking Physical Characteristics. The procurement method was direct, without competition, indicating that it was below the threshold. Key dates include the award announcement on 15 August 2025, with the contract commencing on 15 September 2025 and concluding on 14 September 2026. This process is currently in the Award stage, marking its status as complete.

This tender provides valuable business growth opportunities, particularly for enterprises specialising in advanced materials or nuclear technology development. ARCHER TECHNICOAT LIMITED, a small to medium enterprise based in Buckinghamshire, has been awarded the contract, showcasing the potential for SMEs in the central government procurement sphere. Businesses capable of innovative solutions in materials science could see considerable benefit from engaging in similar procurement processes. This environment fosters potential partnerships with public authorities like the UK Atomic Energy Authority, offering avenues to contribute to significant scientific advancements.

## Notice

This project aims to further the knowledge gained from the previous project on how to deliver CMC materials that work for the nuclear fusion market. This project will enable this by starting development of a new interphase option, working on handleability of coated fibres and earlystage continuous fibre development

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052368-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 14 Sep 2025 - 14 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £147,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | OXFORDSHIRE |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ARCHER TECHNICOAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services

## Release History

- 29 Aug 2025 at 10:26 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052368-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052368-2025
  29th August 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cvd.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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