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title: "Technical Support for Assembly and Installation of Scientific Mechanical Systems for MAST-U Tokamak Plasma Heating Systems"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d5f6"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-07-29"
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# Technical Support for Assembly and Installation of Scientific Mechanical Systems for MAST-U Tokamak Plasma Heating Systems

Buyer: UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d5f6

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## Summary

The UK Atomic Energy Authority, based at the Culham Science Centre in Oxfordshire, is seeking to engage suppliers for the provision of technical support in the assembly and installation of scientific mechanical systems related to the MAST-U Tokamak Plasma Heating Systems. The procurement is currently in the planning stage and is focused on the services category, specifically the installation of mechanical equipment. Interested suppliers must respond by 17:00 BST on 10 August 2026, with further opportunities to follow as detailed in the preliminary market engagement notice. The project is set to take place in the UKJ14 region, with the contract period running from 6 November 2026 to 26 February 2027.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in complex mechanical installation services, particularly those skilled in delicate, intricately detailed scientific systems. The contract, valued at £120,000 in total, is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises due to its inclusion of an SME-friendly lot. Participating in this opportunity could enable businesses to enhance their portfolio by engaging in high-profile governmental projects while potentially accessing further commercial avenues within the central government sector.

## Notice

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is looking to engage with Suppliers regarding the supply of specialist technicians to undertake complex assembly and installation work packages on complex scientific mechanical systems that are delicate and intricate in nature. Some brief information is available at this stage in the enclosed document. UKAEA is looking to hear from suppliers who are interested in this work. Responses are requested by 17:00 hours BST 10 August 2026.

### Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=107771&TID=100112849&B=

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071511-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 4 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Nov 2026 - 26 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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

- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 51120000 - Installation services of mechanical equipment

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2026 at 08:18 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071511-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071511-2026
  29th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=107771&TID=100112849&B=
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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