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    ContractsSTEP Programme System Partners Procurement - Engineering Services Contract
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    STEP Programme System Partners Procurement - Engineering Services Contract

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    29 Jan 2027 · in 11 weeks

    UKFE is procuring System Partners across 5 Lots to deliver engineering services for the UK's STEP prototype fusion energy plant, with 2-year contracts (extendable to 4 years) supporting the development of commercial fusion capability.

    🇬🇧United Kingdom· South EastPublished 11 Nov 2026· TodayviaFind a Tender
    Tender closes
    79d
    29 Jan 2027 · in 11 weeks

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    • Contract value
      est.£115,000,000
      Pounds sterling
    • Tender closes
      29 Jan 2027
      79 days left
    • Sector
      Engineering
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom
      South East

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    79 days left to bid. Opened today, deadline 29 Jan 2027.

    11 Nov 202629 Jan 2027

    Brief

    The UK Fusion Energy (UKFE) is seeking suppliers to support the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP) programme, which aims to deliver a prototype fusion energy plant by 2040. This procurement is for System Partners across 5 Lots to provide engineering services and support the development of a commercial fusion supply chain. Key Details: Contract Term: Initial 2-year term with optional 1-year extensions (up to 2 occasions), for a maximum total of 4 years. Each Lot has a defined maximum contract value (excluding VAT) covering the initial term and extension periods. The STEP programme is central to the UK Government's strategy for clean energy innovation, energy resilience, and technological leadership. Fusion energy represents a transformative low-carbon energy source that can reduce reliance on fossil fuels and mitigate exposure to volatile international energy markets. This is a complex engineering project requiring diverse supply chain expertise on an ambitious timeline. For detailed requirements, refer to the Capability Statements in the procurement documents. To view and respond to this opportunity, visit the eSourcing portal.

    Track record

    13 awards · 11 winners
    Open field

    No single supplier dominates the field.

    In engineering, UK Fusion Energy Ltd has awarded 13 contracts to 11 suppliers.

    Who wins here
    1. NPL Management Limited2× · 15%
    2. AMENTUM CLEAN ENERGY LIMITED2× · 15%
    3. AqSorption Limited1× · 8%
    4. ANVIL ANALYTICAL LIMITED1× · 8%
    5. OVE ARUP PARTNERS LIMITED1× · 8%
    6. University of Strathclyde1× · 8%

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    Across engineering, the most active winners are AECOM LTD, WSP UK LIMITED, OVE ARUP PARTNERS LIMITED — the field to beat, or your route in as a partner.

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    UK Cabinet Office
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    Record ID
    ocds-h6vhtk-07ba01

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