J5 Super Grid Transformer Refurbishment
- Buyer
- UK Atomic Energy Authority
- Value
- £2,000,000
- Closes
- 5 November 2026
- Where
- Oxfordshire
- Type
- Open tender
In plain English
The UK Atomic Energy Authority is asking for a contractor to refurbish three large electrical transformers at their Culham Campus site. This is specialist electrical equipment work as part of a programme to extend the life of these transformers.
What the buyer wants
• Refurbish three super grid transformers (large high-voltage electrical equipment) • Work will be carried out at the Culham Campus site • Meet Asset Life Extension Programme standards for transformer refurbishment
Likely requirements
Our reading of the notice. Always check the tender documents.
Most small electrical businesses will be disqualified unless they have proven specialist experience in super grid transformer refurbishment, which is a highly technical sub-specialism. The £2 million cost and work on a government atomic energy facility will require substantial insurance, security clearance, and track record on similar critical infrastructure projects.
How to bid
This is an open tender: any eligible business can respond directly to the buyer by the deadline, with no framework membership needed.
How to write a tender response
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