---
title: "15-15Ti Austenitic Stainless Steel for in-vessel applications"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a977"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UK INDUSTRIAL FUSION SOLUTIONS LTD"
published: "2025-10-07"
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# 15-15Ti Austenitic Stainless Steel for in-vessel applications

Buyer: UK INDUSTRIAL FUSION SOLUTIONS LTD  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a977

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## Summary

UK Industrial Fusion Solutions Ltd is initiating a procurement process for the provision of 15-15Ti Austenitic Stainless Steel for in-vessel applications as part of the second phase of their STEP programme, covering the years 2025 to 2030. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a preliminary market engagement notice issued on 7th October 2025. Interested parties must respond by 15:00 on 28th October 2025 via the Delta portal. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically alloys and steel, and is located in Abingdon, UK. The contract period extends from 18th January 2026 to 24th January 2027, with an estimated gross value of £579,600. This process is significant as it is above the threshold, indicating a substantial opportunity for the right suppliers.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in alloy and steel manufacturing, particularly those with experience in advanced materials suitable for nuclear applications. Companies with strong capabilities in producing high-grade austenitic stainless steel can leverage their expertise to aid the progression of a critical public undertaking. The procurement method signifies substantial business prospects, where innovative solutions and high-quality standards are paramount. Engaging in this process not only promises potential financial growth but also positions businesses as key contributors to the UK’s sustainable energy sector, aligned with the strategic goals of advancing fusion technology.

## Notice

The MEN aims to gather information on relevant interested organisations (and their capabilities and expertise) that would be interested in contributing to the delivery of the second phase of the STEP programme (2025-2030) on an aspect related to 15-15Ti Austenitic stainless steel for in-vessel applications. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://ukifs.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Abingdon:-Alloys/7YFPT2F46A To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://ukifs.delta-esourcing.com/respond/7YFPT2F46A

### Planning Information

To respond to this MEN, please complete and submit Appendix 1: Questionnaire via the facility in the Delta portal by 15:00 on 28th of October 2025.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062831-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 28 Oct 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 Jan 2026 - 24 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £483,000 |
| 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 INDUSTRIAL FUSION SOLUTIONS LTD |
| 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

- 14 - Mining, basic metals and related products

### Codes

- 14620000 - Alloys
- 14622000 - Steel

## Release History

- 7 Oct 2025 at 11:05 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062831-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062831-2025
  7th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://ukifs.delta-esourcing.com/respond/7YFPT2F46A
- https://ukifs.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Abingdon:-Alloys/7YFPT2F46A
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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