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title: "Adhesive-less Materials for Vacuum Cryopump Cryopanels (AMVAC)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0687c3"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UK FUSION ENERGY LTD"
published: "2026-05-05"
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# Adhesive-less Materials for Vacuum Cryopump Cryopanels (AMVAC)

Buyer: UK FUSION ENERGY LTD  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0687c3

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## Summary

UK Fusion Energy Ltd is undertaking a procurement initiative titled "Adhesive-less Materials for Vacuum Cryopump Cryopanels (AMVAC)" and is currently in the planning stage of the contracting process. This initiative focuses on the engineering and testing of anodization and sorbent coating technologies for novel cryopumping systems. The relevant industry category includes engineering design, integrated engineering services, and technical testing services. Operating from Culham Science Centre in Abingdon, the buying organisation is looking to engage with potential suppliers through a Market Engagement Notice, which will close on 18th May 2026. The contract period is anticipated to be from 14th June 2026 to 31st March 2027, with an indicative budget value of £300,000 to £360,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in engineering design and technical testing services, with a focus on research and development in cryopumping technologies. Companies equipped with capabilities in industrial process engineering and laboratory services may find this opportunity advantageous to showcase their innovations and contribute to shaping future tender requirements through the preliminary market engagement. Engaging in this process allows businesses to provide crucial insights, potentially influencing the final procurement strategy and specifications, thereby offering a pathway for business growth and establishing long-term collaborations with UK Fusion Energy Ltd.

## Notice

This Market Engagement Notice (MEN) aim is to identify potential suppliers to develop, test and manufacture anodization and sorbent coating technologies for novel cryopumping systems.

### Planning Information

This Market Engagement Notice (MEN) aim is to identify potential suppliers to develop, test and manufacture anodization and sorbent coating technologies for novel cryopumping systems. This is not a request for quotation but a preliminary stage to assess the availability of suitable capability and facilities in the market.
Suppliers responding to this MEN will have the opportunity to contribute insights that may shape the final tender requirements. All answers and correspondence will be used for market sounding purposes only and will be treated confidentially.
Any supplier that chooses to not respond to this MEN will not exclude themselves from any subsequent procurement for this workstream.
Should an NDA or similar be required, please contact the MEN Customer Contact.
Any estimated contract values and contract dates associated with the notice are indicative and do not represent a commitment by UKFE.
UKFE’s IP Policy: UKFE will own all foreground IP which is developed to deliver the STEP programme, including IP generated in projects with partners. UKFE requires a licence to any partner-owned background IP that is required to use and licence UKFE’s foreground IP freely
As part of this PME, UKFE may carry out a range of activities. These may include, but are not limited to: issuing follow-up questions to suppliers and reviewing their responses; engaging in discussions with suppliers either collectively or individually, such as through webinars or workshops; seeking feedback on proposed requirements; exploring procurement approaches; identifying potentially suitable suppliers; assessing market capacity; and discussing possible contractual terms. PME may also be used to support the development of award criteria and the refinement of tender documentation.
Any information provided in this notice, such as CPV codes, estimated contract values, anticipated contract dates and durations, and proposed engagement timelines - are indicative only and based on UKFE’s current understanding. These details may be subject to change. The purpose of PME is to improve our understanding of the market, refine our requirements, and shape our procurement strategy. The list of activities included here is illustrative rather than exhaustive, and the nature, extent and timetable of engagement may evolve in line with UKFE’s needs.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041245-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 5 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 18 May 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| 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 FUSION ENERGY 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

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 71323000 - Engineering-design services for industrial process and production
- 71340000 - Integrated engineering services
- 71632000 - Technical testing services
- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73110000 - Research services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 5 May 2026 at 16:25 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041245-2026
- 21 Apr 2026 at 14:53 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036257-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041245-2026
  5th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036257-2026
  21st April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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