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title: "Maintenance of High-Pressure Compressors and Breathing Equipment Systems"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a13c"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
published: "2025-09-24"
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# Maintenance of High-Pressure Compressors and Breathing Equipment Systems

Buyer: UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a13c

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## Summary

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Maintenance of High-Pressure Compressors and Breathing Equipment Systems." This procurement opportunity falls under the industry category of services and is specifically related to air compressors and associated maintenance. The project location is at the Culham Science Centre in Oxfordshire, UK. A preliminary market engagement notice was published on 24th September 2025, and a deadline for engagement is scheduled for 8th October 2025. Additionally, a future notice is expected by 17th November 2025. The anticipated contract period is from 2nd February 2026 to 2nd February 2029, with an estimated gross value of £288,000.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the maintenance of high-pressure compressors and breathing systems, particularly those capable of servicing diverse and uniquely designed plant room facilities. Companies with expertise in air compressor services or those offering repair and maintenance services for compressors would be well-suited to compete. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as both the project and procurement approach are suited to leveraging the innovative and specialised skills typically found in such organisations. Engaging with this tender could help businesses expand their portfolio within the public sector, establish relationships with a central government authority, and position themselves strategically for future opportunities.

## Notice

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority requires the services of the Maintenance of High-Pressure Compressors and Breathing Equipment Systems. All the compressors, compressed air filters, breathing air driers/filtration and driers are located inside various site plant rooms across site, all these buildings are unique in both design and use. The service will be required on UKAEA's Culham Science Centre site.

### Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=98397&B=

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059324-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Feb 2026 - 2 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £240,000 |
| 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 | 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 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 39721321 - Compressed-air dryers
- 42123000 - Compressors
- 42123400 - Air compressors
- 50531300 - Repair and maintenance services of compressors

## Release History

- 24 Sep 2025 at 14:00 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059324-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059324-2025
  24th September 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=98397&B=
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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