Scope
Reference
T/ET052/25
Description
4.1.1. UKAEA requires a contractor to design, supply and install 5 Blast Air Coolers which are suitable for outdoor installation and will operate without limitation. The Contractor shall decommission and deliver these coolers at a prearranged date and time onto the Client's site. The Contractor will be required to install the Blast Air Coolers at an agreed, later date. The Blast Air Coolers are required to comply with international technical standards and with the stated standards listed within Document 3 - Scope. The full, listed requirements are set out in Document 3 - Scope.
Total value (estimated)
- £233,400 excluding VAT
- £280,080 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 6 August 2025 to 28 February 2026
- Possible extension to 1 April 2026
- 7 months, 27 days
Description of possible extension:
nstallation of all SGT Blast Air Coolers, at a firm price as detailed in Document 4 - Pricing Schedule in accordance with the technical specification in Document 3 that the Client exercises such an option by no later than 27th February 2026.
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
The option prices detailed in Document 4 - Pricing Schedule shall be firm prices not subject to variation. 12.1.2. The Contractor hereby grants to the Client the following irrevocable option to purchase the installation of the blast cooler units as detailed in Document 3 - Scope and Document 4 - Pricing Schedule in accordance with the terms and conditions set out in this contract or any such subsequent contract or contracts where such options are taken up, it being agreed that the Client has no obligation to exercise such options. 12.1.3. Option: Installation of all SGT Blast Air Coolers, at a firm price as detailed in Document 4 - Pricing Schedule in accordance with the technical specification in Document 3 that the Client exercises such an option by no later than 27th February 2026. 12.1.4. The Client shall not be obliged to exercise the options and reserves the right to seek competitive Tenders for the option requirement(s).
Main procurement category
Goods
Additional procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 42500000 - Cooling and ventilation equipment
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
- 45350000 - Mechanical installations
Contract locations
- UKJ14 - Oxfordshire
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
See Document 1 - Invitation to Tender
Technical ability conditions of participation
See Document 1 - Invitation to Tender
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
11 June 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
27 June 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
7 August 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Requirements of Response | ROR 1 Mandated Returns ROR 2 Cyber Essentials ROR 3 Technical Solution ROR 4 Quality Assurance ROR 5 Programme Management ROR 6 Safety, Policy and Performance ROR 7 Social Value |
Quality | 50% |
| Pricing | Price | 50% |
Other information
Payment terms
See Document 1 - Invitation to Tender
Description of risks to contract performance
See Document 1 - Invitation to Tender
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
UK Atomic Energy Authority
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLJV-1169-JTDD
Culham Science Centre
Oxfordshire
OX14 3DB
United Kingdom
Contact name: Emilie Terry
Telephone: +12 35528822
Email: emilie.terry@ukaea.uk
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
Region: UKJ14 - Oxfordshire
Organisation type: Public authority - central government