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    ContractsTooling and Storage Equipment Manufacturing for European Spallation Source Research Facility
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    Tooling and Storage Equipment Manufacturing for European Spallation Source Research Facility

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    11 Sept 2026 · in 28 days

    Manufacture and deliver specialized tooling storage systems for the European Spallation Source neutron research facility in Sweden, including design, assembly, testing, and delivery of six storage device types.

    🇬🇧United Kingdom· South EastPublished 14 Aug 2026· TodayviaFind a Tender
    Tender closes
    28d
    11 Sept 2026 · in 28 days

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    • Contract value
      est.£100,000
      Pounds sterling
    • Tender closes
      11 Sept 2026
      28 days left
    • Sector
      Manufacturing
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom
      South East

    Lifecycle

    Open

    28 days left to bid. Opened today, deadline 11 Sept 2026.

    14 Aug 202611 Sept 2026

    Brief

    The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is seeking a manufacturer to produce and deliver specialized tooling storage systems for the European Spallation Source (ESS) research facility in Lund, Sweden. ESS is a leading neutron research infrastructure supported by 16 European countries, including the UK. The contract involves manufacturing six storage devices designed to safely house remotely operated tooling used in the Active Cell Facility, where highly radioactive components from neutron generation equipment will be processed. The required deliverables include: Shaft Cutting Station Support Plate Storage Device, Proton Beam Window Strongback and Deployable Camera Stand Storage Device, Modular Wall Storage Device with Bolting Tool Caddies, Chain Storage Device, and Storage Containers with Cable Spooling Tool. All items must be manufactured, assembled, tested, and delivered to Sweden. Testing requirements include mechanical static checks, functional testing, and structural testing per the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) plan. Suppliers should have experience in precision manufacturing for research facilities and remote handling equipment.

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    Publisher
    UK Cabinet Office
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    find-tender.service.gov.uk
    Record ID
    ocds-h6vhtk-06e517
    UA
    Buyer
    UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
    Sector
    Manufacturing