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title: "DCO Interface, Co-ordination and Consultation Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b0b3"
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buyer: "UK FUSION ENERGY LTD"
published: "2026-06-09"
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# DCO Interface, Co-ordination and Consultation Services

Buyer: UK FUSION ENERGY LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b0b3

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## Summary

UK Fusion Energy Ltd, a central government public authority, has awarded a contract for "DCO Interface, Co-ordination and Consultation Services" to C3 Communications Ltd, a small-medium enterprise. Situated in the United Kingdom, this procurement process is classified under the industry category of development consultancy and related services such as site-development work and public relations consultancy. The contracting process was conducted as a limited competition below the threshold. The contract was awarded on 27th May 2026 and is active from 1st June 2026 through 1st September 2027, with a potential six-month extension available, aiming to support the DCO submission development slated for 2029. This award represents the completion stage of the procurement process, initially initiated through a tender and marked complete by 9th June 2026.

This tender opportunity offers significant business growth potential for organisations specialising in consultancy services, particularly those focusing on development, public relations, and environmental issues. SMEs interested in coordinated consultation processes, especially within the energy sector, might find suitable opportunities as UK Fusion Energy progresses through its DCO submission journey. The nature of the services required implies a need for firms with capabilities in stakeholder engagement and consultation coordination, making this an appealing prospect for businesses geared towards such industry-specific consultancy services. As the contract is situated in the UK, it is especially advantageous for local SMEs aiming to expand their portfolio within the public sector.

## Notice

UKFE ran a procurement process to identify a suitably qualified Supplier for the provision of DCO Consultation Support. UKFE is currently embarking on the development of a DCO submission in 2029. The first stage of consultation closes in 2026. This comprises 13 separate consultation events within approx. 10km of the WB campus, supported by documentation and online materials and feedback routes. A second phase of consultation is planned for 2027, with a final third phase in 2028. This requirement was to place a contract with an external Supplier to continue the provision of these specialist interface, co-ordination and consultation services, as UKFE continues to progress through the DCO process and in particular, to support S2.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054194-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 1 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £149,575 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | C3 COMMUNICATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 45111291 - Site-development work
- 73220000 - Development consultancy services
- 79416200 - Public relations consultancy services
- 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services
- 90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

## Release History

- 9 Jun 2026 at 10:37 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054194-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054194-2026
  9th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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