Scope
Reference
T/MN148/25
Description
UKAEA aims to procure a molten salt flow loop with the ability to heat, pump and remove samples of test material and molten fluoride salt. The purchase of commercially developed equipment for this application is intended for rapid development of in-house operational skills and experience, as well as generation of scientific data on materials compatibility and salt chemistry.
Total value (estimated)
- £416,670 excluding VAT
- £500,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 9 February 2026 to 25 August 2026
- 6 months, 17 days
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38420000 - Instruments for measuring flow, level and pressure of liquids and gases
- 24950000 - Specialised chemical products
- 71337000 - Corrosion engineering services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
7 January 2026
Engagement process description
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
2 February 2026
Contracting authority
UK Atomic Energy Authority
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLJV-1169-JTDD
Culham Science Centre
Oxfordshire
OX14 3DB
United Kingdom
Contact name: Maili Nugent
Telephone: +44 1235468141
Email: Maili.nugent@ukaea.uk
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
Region: UKJ14 - Oxfordshire
Organisation type: Public authority - central government