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title: "Detailed Design and Build of a Compound Cryogenic Pump Prototype (CCPP)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f864"
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buyer: "UK FUSION ENERGY LTD"
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# Detailed Design and Build of a Compound Cryogenic Pump Prototype (CCPP)

Buyer: UK FUSION ENERGY LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f864

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## Summary

UK Fusion Energy Ltd, operating from Culham Science Centre in Abingdon, is concluding the procurement for the 'Detailed Design and Build of a Compound Cryogenic Pump Prototype (CCPP).' The contract, categorised under services in engineering design and pumps, has reached the award stage with a pending award status. The contract awarded on 11 March 2026 is valued at £1,800,000 and is anticipated to start from 9 April 2026, running through to 30 September 2028. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, providing transparency and opportunity for competition. The standstill period ends on 8 April 2026, with the contract period commencing the following day. This procurement is pivotal within the UK pump and compressor industry, with key deliverables in vacuum and air pumps and engineering design services.

The award for the cryogenic pump prototype design and build presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for large enterprises such as RI Research Instruments GmbH, the awarded supplier. The procurement prioritises technical competence with a weight of 55% in the award criteria. Businesses proficient in high-quality engineering design services backed by competitive pricing can benefit significantly from similar opportunities. Service providers in the mechanical and cryogenic engineering sectors, particularly those with strong capabilities in pumps and compressors, should consider engaging with similar procurement processes. This project aligns itself with fostering international collaborations, evidenced by the inclusion of a German supplier, indicating openness to cross-border partnerships that drive innovation and industry advancement.

## Notice

UKIFS seeks the provision of detailed design and build of a Compound Cryogenic Pump Prototype (CCPP) after the completion of the detailed design documentation based on the existing preliminary design.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027697-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 8 Apr 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | £1,500,000 |
| Awards value | £1,500,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK FUSION ENERGY LTD |
| Additional buyers | 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RI RESEARCH INSTRUMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 42120000 - Pumps and compressors
- 42122450 - Vacuum pumps
- 42122460 - Air pumps
- 71320000 - Engineering design services

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2026 at 09:47 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027697-2026
- 26 Jan 2026 at 16:05 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006793-2026
- 17 Dec 2025 at 19:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084077-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027697-2026
  26th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006793-2026
  26th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084077-2025
  17th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-industrial-fusion-solutions
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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