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title: "CNC MACHINERY FRAMEWORK"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ea21"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UK Atomic Energy Authority"
published: "2026-08-24"
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# CNC MACHINERY FRAMEWORK

Buyer: UK Atomic Energy Authority  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ea21

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## Summary

The UK Atomic Energy Authority intends to establish a framework for computer numerical control (CNC) machinery. The requirement supports six existing multi-axis CNC milling and turning machining centres. It is expected to cover annual maintenance by original equipment manufacturer (OEM) engineers; OEM parts and labour supplied and installed for breakdown repairs; and the supply of new CNC machines. The procurement combines machinery and related maintenance, repair and installation services. Work and equipment will support UKAEA operations at Culham Science Centre in Oxfordshire. The requirement is relevant to CNC machine manufacturers, OEMs, authorised service providers, specialist engineering maintenance contractors, and suppliers of machine-tool parts, repairs or installation services. It may also suit businesses able to provide a complete combination of equipment and lifecycle support.

This procurement is at the planning stage: UKAEA has expressed an intention to procure and has not yet invited tenders. The expected procedure is a competitive tender under the Procurement Act 2023, using a framework agreement. The planned engagement activity is scheduled for 4 September 2026, and the buyer expects a subsequent notice on 28 September 2026. The planned framework period is from 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2030. Its estimated value is £1.5 million excluding VAT, or £1.8 million including VAT, and it is above the applicable threshold. The requirement is presented as a single lot, with participation identified as suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises. No award criteria or supplier selection thresholds are set out at this planning stage.

The requirement should suit suppliers with proven capability in multi-axis CNC milling and turning equipment, particularly OEMs and authorised maintenance organisations able to provide annual servicing, fault diagnosis, breakdown repair and installation. Businesses should be prepared to supply genuine or compatible OEM parts, provide skilled engineering labour, and install new machine tools safely and effectively. Firms offering machine-tool commissioning, planned preventative maintenance and responsive technical support may be well placed when the framework reaches the market. The buyer’s reference to six existing machining centres indicates a need for capacity to support an established operational estate as well as potential new equipment. SMEs are expressly considered suitable, so specialist manufacturers, engineering service companies and capable consortia should monitor the forthcoming procurement and prepare relevant evidence of technical experience.

## Notice

The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) currently has six Multi Axis CNC Milling & Turning Machining Centres and is looking for interested suppliers in support of the following: - OEM Engineers to carry out annual maintenance - OEM parts and labour supplied and Installed for breakdown / repairs - Supply of new machines Further details of the requirement can be found by downloading the document from the link in this notice. Interested Suppliers are requested to complete and return the Questionnaire via this portal before 12.00 hours BST Fri 4 September 2026.

### Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=108455&TID=100113517&B=

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080158-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 28 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| 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 |
| Postcode area | 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

- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 42638000 - Metal-working machining centre
- 42670000 - Parts and accessories of machine tools
- 50530000 - Repair and maintenance services of machinery
- 51530000 - Installation services of machine tools

## Release History

- 24 Aug 2026 at 09:29 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080158-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080158-2026
  24th August 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=108455&TID=100113517&B=
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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